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Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole

A warm, hearty dish combining crispy tater tots, savory chili, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 2 cans chili (with or without beans)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large baking dish, spread the frozen tater tots evenly across the bottom.
  3. Pour the chili over the tater tots, spreading it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chili.
Baking
  1. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Once it’s done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Serving
  1. Scoop out generous portions to serve, then top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.

Notes

For a healthier option, use baked tater tots. Feel free to customize with different types of cheese or chili. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.