Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

A crock pot family favorite layering tater tots, cheddar, chicken, and crispy bacon into one cozy meal.

Contributor: Uncle Darin
Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Prep

10 min

Cook

4–6 hr

Temp

LOW

Yield

6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 pack cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Onion powder, to taste

Instructions

  1. Step 1
    1

    Spray the crock pot with nonstick cooking spray. Layer half of the frozen tater tots in the bottom.

  2. Step 2
    2

    Sprinkle with 1/3 of the bacon and 1/3 of the shredded cheese.

  3. Step 3
    3

    Add the diced chicken on top and season with pepper and onion powder.

  4. Step 4
    4

    Add another 1/3 of the bacon and cheese, then top with the remaining tater tots.

  5. Step 5
    5

    Finish with the remaining bacon and cheese, then pour the milk evenly over the top.

  6. Step 6
    6

    Cover and cook on LOW for about 4–6 hours, watching near the 4-hour mark if using a newer crock pot.

Tips & Variations

  • For an oven version, use a 9x13 dish and bake at 350°F for 1–1.5 hours.
  • If baking in the oven, skip the milk.
  • Cajun or blackened seasoning adds a tasty kick.
  • Let it rest a few minutes before serving.