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BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

4.4 from 142 reviews

This BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring shredded chicken mixed with tangy BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, corn, and onions, all topped with crispy baked tater tots. Perfect for a family dinner or casual gathering, it combines savory flavors with a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or home-cooked)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or flavor)
  • 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 bag)

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Shred your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces for easy mixing and even distribution throughout the casserole.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce and stir well to coat all pieces evenly.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add shredded cheddar cheese, frozen corn, diced red onion, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper into the bowl; mix until everything is well incorporated.
  5. Assemble Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Next, arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the chicken mixture.
  6. Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Cool and Garnish: Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving, then sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for added color and freshness.

Notes

  • Using rotisserie chicken is a quick and convenient way to prepare this recipe.
  • Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese with other melting cheeses like Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
  • For extra zest, add a splash of hot sauce to the BBQ chicken mixture.
  • Ensure tater tots are arranged in a single layer for even crispiness.
  • This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

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