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Filled with meat and veggies, tater tot casserole is easy, cheesy, and comes together in no time for a delicious comfort food dish.
Similar to our Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole and Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole, this casserole is hearty, filling, simple, and tasty!
A Quick Casserole for Busy Days!
If you need a quick dinner to serve any night of the week this tater tot casserole is for you! It’s filling and a hit with the kids. I mean who doesn’t love tater tots!?
The best part is this dish mostly uses shelf-stable ingredients minus the tater tots which can be kept in the freezer! Since I typically have these ingredients on hand, it’s very convenient to make this since it’s filling and loved by the entire family.
If you love casseroles, give this one a try. It also makes a great freezer meal!
Tater Tot Hot Dish vs. Tater Tot Casserole
While recipes can vary both hot dishes and casseroles generally refer to delicious, classic comfort food options. “Hot dish” is a term commonly used in the Upper Midwest region of the United States, while “casserole” is a more widespread term used in various regions.
So, essentially, the difference is in the name, but different recipes may use slightly different ingredients.
Ingredients Needed
Here are the ingredients needed for this recipe:
- ground beef
- Worcestershire sauce
- Garlic salt
- ground black pepper
- can of condensed cream of mushroom and chicken soup
- sour cream
- can of green beans, drained
- can of corn
- tater tots
- shredded Colby jack cheese
How to Make Tater Tot Casserole
This tater tot casserole recipe is so easy to whip up, a perfect weeknight meal.
PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 dish and set aside.
GROUND BEEF. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir ground beef along with Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and pepper until browned and crumbly (about 8-9 minutes).
COMBINE. Remove pan from heat, remove the grease, and add condensed soup, sour cream, green beans, corn, and 1 cup of cheese.
BAKE. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish. Layer tater tots evenly on top and bake for 40 – 45 minutes or until tots are golden brown and hot.
GARNISH. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired.
Variations
Add or adjust the flavor of this recipe for tater tot casserole with any of these suggestions.
Meat. The ground beef can be replaced with ground turkey or ground chicken. You can also choose to mix in some cooked sausage or add on bacon bits
Extra tots. Add a layer of tater tots at the bottom of the pan before adding the meat mixture then the layer of tots on top
Vegetables. For added flavor and texture, mix in some onions, bell peppers, jalapenos, or broccoli florets.
Cheese. Shredded cheddar cheese can be replaced with Colby Jack cheese or a delicious cheese blend.
Storing Tips
Make ahead of time. Prepare the casserole ahead of time and either store it in the fridge or freezer to bake it up later.
- Fridge: Assemble the simple tater tot casserole according to the recipe instructions, but do not add the tater tots. Let the meat mixture cool before covering it with plastic and storing it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to cook it add tater tots on top and bake.
- Freezer: Let the best tater tot casserole cool completely to prevent condensation and ice crystals from forming during freezing. Wrap tightly with plastic and again with foil. It can last in the freezer for up to 4 months. When ready to bake, remove the casserole from the freezer and bake for 45-60 minutes.
STORE. Leftover easy tater tot casserole can be divided into an airtight container or individual-sized containers and stored for 3-4 days in the refrigerator and 2-3 months in the freezer. Reheat leftovers in the microwave.
Recipe FAQ
If this option is not available at your grocery store you can use either a can of cream of mushroom soup or a can of cream of chicken soup. You may also use half of each can to create your own soup mix.
This casserole already provides a full meal with protein, fat, and carbs so I like to add a lighter side dish such as a side salad or an extra vegetable.
I usually use a 93/7 lean meat for the ground beef mixture. If you use one with a higher fat content, then be sure to drain the excess grease.
For More Dinner Casseroles, Check Out:
- Chicken and Green Bean Casserole
- Chicken Enchilada Casserole
- Easy Pizza Casserole
- Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole
- King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- garlic salt
- ground black pepper
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom and chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can green beans, drained
- 1 (15.25-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (16-ounce) package frozen tater tots
- 2 cups colby jack cheese, shredded (and divided)
- fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 dish and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir ground beef along with Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and pepper, until browned and crumbly (about 8-9 minutes).
- Remove pan from heat, remove the grease, and add condensed soup, sour cream, green beans, corn, and 1 cup of cheese.
- Pour this mixture into the prepared baking dish. Layer tater tots evenly on top and bake for 40 – 45 minutes, or until tots are golden brown and hot.
- Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
