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Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole
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Ingredients
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup frozen broccoli florets (optional)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish
In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, sour cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well
Add the diced chicken, frozen broccoli (if using), and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese to the sauce mixture. Stir until everything is well coated
Spread the chicken and Alfredo mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the chicken mixture
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the tater tots
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving
Kitchen Tools
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater (if shredding your own cheese)
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the chicken needs to be fully cooked before adding to the casserole. Use rotisserie chicken, leftover chicken, or cook chicken breasts beforehand and dice them.
Yes! Assemble everything except the tater tots and top cheese, cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add tater tots and cheese before baking, adding 10 minutes to baking time.
Broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, or peas all work great. If using fresh vegetables, sauté them first. Frozen vegetables can be added directly.
Absolutely! Jarred Alfredo sauce works perfectly for this recipe. Choose a good quality brand for best results, or make your own for richer flavor.
Yes! Freeze before baking for best results. Wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 15-20 minutes to cooking time and covering with foil.
Don't overbake and make sure oven temperature is accurate. If using jarred sauce, stir in a splash of cream or milk before assembling. Let rest after baking.
Yes! You can top with crushed Ritz crackers mixed with butter, or use hash browns instead. You can also skip the topping entirely for a lighter version.
Make sure tater tots are frozen (not thawed), arrange in a single layer, and don't cover the dish during baking. If still soggy, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.