Description
A delicious BBQ chicken and tater tot casserole that is easy to make and perfect for a crowd!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with BBQ sauce, making sure the chicken is well coated.
- Add the frozen corn and frozen peas to the bowl, mixing them evenly with the chicken and BBQ sauce.
- Stir in the diced red onion, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Spread the chicken and BBQ mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Carefully arrange the frozen tater tots on top of the chicken mixture, covering it completely.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots, making sure it is evenly distributed.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with freshly sliced green onions on top for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- This dish can easily be modified by adding your favorite vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg