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Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake

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A hearty and comforting dish combining juicy chicken, zesty ranch, and crispy tater tots, topped with melted cheddar cheese.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 3 cups frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until everything is well-coated and creamy.
  3. Spread this chicken mixture evenly into a greased baking dish, ensuring it covers the bottom completely.
  4. Layer the frozen tater tots on top of the chicken, making sure they’re evenly distributed.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the tater tots.
  6. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown.
  7. Once out of the oven, garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For a twist, add crispy bacon or sautéed peppers to the chicken mixture. Easily customizable with different cheeses or a vegetarian option.

  • Author: alison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg