Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake, where crispy tater tots meet tender chicken in a rich ranch-flavored sauce. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, with the crunchy exterior of the tots giving way to a savory, creamy filling that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Bake:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- For Seasoning:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until the chicken is well coated.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture.
- Layer the frozen tater tots on top of the cheese, arranging them evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and chopped green onions on top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time; assemble it and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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