Description
This Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy days. Tender shredded chicken combined with creamy soup, cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic is topped with crispy tater tots, then slow-cooked to cheesy perfection. It’s a hearty, family-friendly casserole that requires minimal prep and delivers maximum cozy, cheesy flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In the crockpot, add the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Layer tater tots: Spread the frozen tater tots evenly over the top of the chicken mixture, creating a uniform layer that will crisp up during cooking.
- Cook covered: Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours. This slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together and the tater tots to cook through fully.
- Check doneness: Ensure the casserole is heated through and the tater tots are tender and golden before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm: Spoon the casserole onto plates and enjoy the rich, cheesy comfort of this hearty meal.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken to simplify prep time.
- Feel free to add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- For a crispier tater tot topping, you can finish the casserole under a broiler for a few minutes after slow cooking.
- This dish can be doubled to serve a larger crowd; just ensure your crockpot is large enough.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the microwave or oven.
