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Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole : Cheesy Food

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Looking for a delicious, family-friendly casserole that’s easy to make and packed with flavor? This Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works great!)

  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 1 cup ranch dressing

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)

  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional for extra creaminess)

  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Ranch Sauce

  1. In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. Stir in shredded chicken, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon.

Step 3: Assemble the Casserole

  1. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the baking dish.

  2. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the chicken mixture.

  3. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and bacon over the top.

Step 4: Bake Until Golden & Crispy

  1. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the tater tots are crispy.

  2. If desired, broil for 2-3 minutes for an extra golden crust.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

  1. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

  2. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, then serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken – Saves time and adds great flavor!

  • For extra crispiness – Arrange the tater tots standing up for max crunch.

  • Want a richer sauce? – Add ½ cup cream cheese to the mixture.

  • Spice it up – Add 1 teaspoon of buffalo sauce or hot sauce to the ranch mixture.

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