Description
Hearty comfort meets convenience in this crockpot chicken tater tot casserole, delivering a delightful one-pot meal that combines crispy potatoes with tender chicken. Families will savor each creamy, cheesy bite of this satisfying dinner that brings warmth and simplicity to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
Side Protein:
- 3 ounces bacon pieces
Base Ingredients:
- 32 ounces frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup milk
Seasonings:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional additional seasoning (such as cajun or blackened seasoning)
Instructions
- Grease the interior of the crock pot thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a foundational layer by evenly spreading half of the frozen tater tots across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Distribute one-third of the bacon pieces generously over the initial tater tot layer.
- Sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheese on top of the bacon, ensuring even coverage.
- Carefully place diced chicken across the cheese layer, seasoning with salt, pepper, and preferred spices for enhanced flavor profile.
- Add another third of bacon pieces and cheese, creating a middle flavor-packed section.
- Complete the layering process by arranging the remaining frozen tater tots as the top stratum.
- Garnish with the final third of cheddar cheese and remaining bacon pieces for maximum taste and visual appeal.
- Gently pour milk over the entire casserole, allowing it to seep through the layers and maintain moisture during cooking.
- Cover the crock pot and slow cook on low temperature for 4-6 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tater tots are crispy and golden.
- Once cooking is complete, let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and settle.
Notes
- Opt for low-sodium bacon to reduce salt content and make the dish heart-friendly.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of milk for a protein-packed, creamier texture that adds extra nutrition.
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts to keep the casserole lean and reduce overall fat content.
- Swap regular tater tots for cauliflower tots to create a lower-carb, vegetable-rich alternative that still delivers amazing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg