Taco tater tot casserole is a tasty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of tacos with crispy tater tots. Here’s a recipe for you:Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies, drained (optional)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (about 28 oz) frozen tater tots
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning mix to the skillet, following the instructions on the packet. Stir in the diced tomatoes, diced green chilies (if using), black beans, and corn kernels. Mix everything together and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese, covering the entire casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown, and the casserole is heated through.
- Once done, remove the taco tater tot casserole from the oven. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired and serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.
This taco tater tot casserole is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a satisfying dinner or a fun gathering. Enjoy the delicious combination of taco flavors and crispy tater tots!
