Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Who doesn’t love a delicious and comforting casserole dish? This Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is the perfect combination of spicy buffalo chicken and crispy tater tots, sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next dinner!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until well combined.
- In a greased baking dish, spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the buffalo chicken.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Helpful tips:
- For added crunch, broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking.
- Try using blue cheese dressing instead of ranch for a different flavor twist.
- Add sliced green onions or jalapenos for extra freshness and heat.
- Experiment with different types of cheese such as pepper jack or mozzarella.
- Serve with celery sticks and carrot sticks for a true buffalo chicken experience.
- Make it a complete meal by adding a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Use homemade buffalo sauce for a more personalized touch.
- Try using sweet potato tater tots for a healthier alternative.
- Make a vegetarian version by substituting the chicken with cauliflower florets.
- Double the recipe and freeze half for a quick and easy meal prep option.
Expert Secrets:
- Precook the tater tots slightly before adding them to the casserole for extra crispiness.
- Marinate the chicken in buffalo sauce overnight for a more intense flavor.
- Top the casserole with blue cheese crumbles for an added layer of richness.
- Drizzle extra buffalo sauce on top before serving for a spicy kick.
- Use a combination of white and dark chicken meat for added flavor and texture.
- Layer the ingredients in the casserole dish for a visually appealing presentation.
- Make a larger batch and portion it out for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners.
- Serve with a side of sour cream or extra ranch dressing for dipping.
- Sprinkle cooked bacon on top for a bacon buffalo chicken twist.
- Experiment with different levels of spiciness in the buffalo sauce to suit your taste preferences.