Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot (Print Version)
Juicy chicken, crispy bacon, ranch, and golden tater tots combine for a comforting family favorite.
# Ingredients:
→ Proteins
01 -
2 cups (about 300 g) cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 -
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Dairy
03 -
1.5 cups (170 g) shredded cheddar cheese
04 -
1 cup (240 g) sour cream
05 -
120 ml whole milk
→ Condiments & Seasonings
06 -
28 g ranch dressing mix
07 -
0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 -
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Vegetables
09 -
2 cups (240 g) frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn), optional
→ Frozen
10 -
900 g frozen tater tots
→ Garnish (Optional)
11 -
2 green onions, thinly sliced
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a 23x33 cm baking dish.
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In a large bowl, combine sour cream, whole milk, ranch dressing mix, black pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth.
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Fold in the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon (reserving a small amount for topping), half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and mixed vegetables if using. Stir to evenly distribute.
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Spread the prepared chicken mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
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Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the chicken mixture.
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Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and reserved bacon evenly over the tater tots.
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Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and the filling is bubbling.
08 -
Allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
For extra flavor, use rotisserie chicken or add smoked paprika to the mixture.
02 -
Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative to sour cream.
03 -
Experiment with pepper jack or mozzarella cheese as a flavorful variation.
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Serve with a green salad for a balanced meal.