Description
Simple and Delicious Tater Tot Casserole Recipe is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, cheesy, and loaded with savory flavor. Whether you’re craving a cozy weeknight dinner or need something easy to please the whole family, this Layered Tater Tot Casserole delivers every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (optional)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen Tater Tots
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and garlic powder. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese on top.
- Layer frozen Tater Tots evenly over the beef mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until the Tater Tots are crispy and golden.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake for 5 more minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with a simple salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
Notes
To make this in a slow cooker, layer the same ingredients and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours. For extra flavor, add chopped bacon or jalapeños. Try different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Colby. Broil for 2–3 minutes before serving for a crispy top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: tater tot casserole, easy weeknight dinners, ground beef, comfort food