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Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole topped with cheese and chilies in a baking dish

Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole

A hearty and easy-to-make casserole featuring crispy tater tots, flavorful chili, and melted cheese, perfect for gatherings and customizable with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
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 For serving
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions For serving

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. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding spices like cumin or chili powder to the chili. For crunch, add crushed tortilla chips on top in the last few minutes of baking. You can also use different types of cheese, such as pepper jack, for more flavor.