Crack tater tot casserole is bold, cozy, and a little bit addictive, in the best way! Creamy, cheesy, and topped with crispy tots, it’s the kind of dinner everyone gets excited about.
Why This One Will Be On Repeat
- All-Out Comfort Food: Creamy, cheesy, bacon-packed, seasoned with ranch and topped with crispy tater tots, this is cozy food done big.
- Ridiculously Easy to Make: One bowl, one pan, and the oven does the heavy lifting. No complicated steps, no stress.
- A Guaranteed Crowd Favorite: Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or game day, this is the dish everyone goes back for.
Crack Tater Tot Casserole Ingredients
- Make it Heartier: Stir in 2–3 cups of shredded chicken, cooked ground beef, or sliced or crumbled sausage for an extra filling meal.
- Swap the Seasoning: If you don’t have a ranch packet, make my homemade ranch seasoning. Use about 2 to 2½ tablespoons.
- Low Sodium: Choose low-sodium or no-sodium cream of chicken soup to better control the salt level.
- Change the Soup: Cream of celery or cream of mushroom can be used in place of cream of chicken for a slightly different flavor.
How to Make Crack Tater Tot Casserole
You don’t need a lot of time or effort for this one. This crack tater tot casserole comes together in just 3 easy steps, making it perfect for busy nights or last-minute dinners.
- Combine: Preheat the oven to 350ºF, then spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, bacon, cheddar, green onions, and ranch seasoning in a large bowl.
- Add Tater Tots: Stir in tater tots, then transfer into the baking dish.
- Bake: Place in oven and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbling. Garnish the crack tater tot casserole with green onions, then serve.
Cracked Out Tater Tot Casserole
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Ingredients
- 2 cups sour cream 1 16-ounce container
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 pound cooked, chopped bacon about 12 slices
- 2 cups shredded cheddar
- ⅓ cup sliced green onions additional for garnish
- 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning about 2 tablespoons
- 1 (30-ounce) bag frozen tater tots
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, then it set aside.
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Combine 2 cups sour cream, 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, 1 pound cooked, chopped bacon, 2 cups shredded cheddar, ⅓ cup sliced green onions, and 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning in a large bowl.
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Stir in 1 (30-ounce) bag frozen tater tots, then transfer into the baking dish.
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Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbling. Garnish with green onions and serve.
Notes
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Assemble in a freezer-safe baking dish and cover tightly with 2-3 layers of plastic wrap and finish with heavy-duty foil. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating:
- From the Fridge: Reheat individual portions in the microwave in 30-second intervals or bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes until heated through.
- From Frozen: Bake at 350°F covered with foil for 40 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 40 minutes until bubbly and the center reaches 165°F.
- Make Ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Let sit at room temperature for 1–2 hours before baking, adding 10–15 minutes as needed until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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