Ingredients
→ Casserole base
32 oz bag frozen tater tots
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 can cream of chicken soup
16 oz sour cream
1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 pound cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
→ Fresh garnish
2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons reserved crumbled bacon
Steps
Preheat your oven to 400°F and make sure to set aside 2 tablespoons of that delicious crumbled bacon for the final garnish – trust me, this little touch makes all the difference!
In a large bowl, combine your cooked chicken, most of the crumbled bacon (remember to save some!), sour cream, cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning mix, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix everything together until it’s beautifully combined and looks absolutely irresistible.
Pour this amazing mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly. Top with those frozen tater tots in a single layer – they’re going to get so crispy and golden on top!
Pop it in the oven for about 40 minutes, until the tater tots are beautifully golden and crispy on top and the casserole is bubbling around the edges. Your kitchen is going to smell incredible!
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with those reserved bacon crumbles and fresh sliced green onions for that perfect pop of color and extra crunch. Serve hot and watch this comfort food masterpiece disappear!
Tips
- This is the ultimate comfort food casserole – creamy, crunchy, and loaded with all the flavors everyone loves. It’s like a loaded baked potato in casserole form!
- Rotisserie chicken from the store works perfectly for this recipe and saves you tons of time – just shred or chop it up and you’re good to go.
- You can assemble this entire casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake – perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- This casserole freezes beautifully! Assemble, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and bake as directed.
- The combination of crispy tater tots on top with that creamy, bacon-loaded base underneath is pure comfort food heaven.
Required Tools
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring cups