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BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole: Comfort Food Made Easy

This BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a delightful mix of flavors, perfect for busy weeknights while pleasing the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole

  • 4 cups cooked chicken shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your preferred brand or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup frozen corn or fresh if available
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 32 ounces frozen tater tots
  • 3 tablespoons green onions sliced for garnish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients for easy access.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with 1 cup of BBQ sauce.
  • Add 1 cup of frozen corn and 1 cup of frozen peas to the bowl and mix.
  • Stir in diced red onion, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish, then spread the chicken mixture evenly.
  • Arrange the frozen tater tots on top of the chicken mixture in an even layer.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  • Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions.

Notes

For best results, use rotisserie chicken for maximum flavor and ease in shredding. Customize with your favorite veggies or adjust seasonings to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg
Keyword BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole, casserole, comfort food, easy recipes, Family-friendly, one pot meals
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