Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
– 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 1 cup ranch dressing
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 (32 oz) package frozen tater tots
– 1 cup green onions, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole is simple and straightforward. Follow these easy steps for a delicious outcome:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Chicken: Cook the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then shred them using two forks.
3. Cook the Bacon: In a separate pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Crumble into small pieces once cooled.
4. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until well mixed.
5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as desired.
6. Assemble the Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. Add Tater Tots: Layer the frozen tater tots on top of the chicken mixture, covering it completely.
8. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Add Cheese: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and chopped green onions on top.
10. Finish Baking: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tater tots are golden brown.
11. Cool and Serve: Once done, allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this mouthwatering casserole with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 30g