Loaded Tater Tot Casserole

This loaded tater tot casserole is cozy, cheesy, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Crispy tots sit on top of a creamy, savory base that feels indulgent but easy. Everything bakes together into one comforting, crowd-friendly dish.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
• 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
• 2 tbsp sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess grease.
3. Stir salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder into the beef.
4. In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, and chopped turkey bacon.
5. Spread seasoned beef evenly into the baking dish, then top with the creamy mixture.
6. Arrange frozen tater tots in an even layer on top and bake for 30 minutes.
7. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole and bake 10-15 minutes more until bubbly and golden.
8. Garnish with green onions before serving.

Tip

For extra crispiness, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely so it doesn’t burn.

This is one of those cozy dinners everyone asks for again, so save it now and make it part of your regular rotation.

Loaded Tater Tot Casserole

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• Author: Laura HRecipes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 6 servings 1x

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This loaded tater tot casserole is a cozy, cheesy one-dish dinner with crispy tots and a creamy beef filling.

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Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

1 cup sour cream

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped

1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots

2 tbsp sliced green onions

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess grease.

3. Stir salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder into the beef.

4. In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, and chopped turkey bacon.

5. Spread seasoned beef evenly into the baking dish, then top with the creamy mixture.

6. Arrange frozen tater tots in an even layer on top and bake for 30 minutes.

7. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole and bake 10-15 minutes more until bubbly and golden.

8. Garnish with green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra crispy tots, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end and watch closely.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American