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BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting, delicious dish perfect for family dinners. Tender shredded chicken is mixed with tangy BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, corn, and aromatic spices, then topped with crispy tater tots and baked until golden brown. It combines smoky flavors and satisfying textures in a single casserole dish, making it an easy and crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Topping

  • 1 bag frozen tater tots (32-ounce)

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the casserole.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces for easy mixing and even distribution in the casserole.
  3. Mix Chicken and BBQ Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce and stir thoroughly to coat all pieces.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add cheddar cheese, frozen corn, diced red onion, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the bowl, then mix everything together evenly.
  5. Assemble Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the chicken mixture evenly as the base layer.
  6. Top with Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the chicken mixture to create a crispy topping.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots turn golden brown and crispy.
  8. Cool and Garnish: Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes before sprinkling with fresh chopped parsley and serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving and flavorful option.
  • Feel free to swap cheddar cheese with your favorite melting cheese like Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
  • For spicier flavor, add a dash of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños with the spices.
  • Ensure tater tots are arranged in a single layer for even crisping.
  • Letting the casserole rest after baking helps it set and makes serving easier.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: BBQ chicken casserole, tater tot casserole, baked chicken dish, comfort food, easy family dinner

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