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BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

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This BBQ Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy BBQ sauce with sweet corn, sharp red onion, and melted cheddar cheese, all topped with crispy golden tater tots. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, this easy-to-make casserole is baked until bubbly and golden, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works best)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Topping

  • 1 bag frozen tater tots (32-ounce bag)

Garnish

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the casserole and achieving crispy tater tots.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, making it easy to mix with other ingredients and distribute evenly in the casserole.
  3. Combine the chicken and BBQ sauce: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce until the chicken is well-coated, infusing it with flavor.
  4. Add remaining ingredients: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, frozen corn, diced red onion, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  5. Assemble the casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the chicken mixture evenly across the bottom. Then, arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top to ensure they bake evenly and become crispy.
  6. Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the tater tots turn golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly underneath.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving for a pop of color and freshness.

Notes

  • You can substitute frozen corn with canned or fresh corn if preferred; just make sure it’s drained.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
  • Feel free to swap cheddar for pepper jack or a cheese blend for different flavors.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
  • Ensure the tater tots are in a single layer to guarantee even crispiness.

Keywords: BBQ Chicken Casserole, Tater Tot Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Meal

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