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Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake

Delightful fusion of succulent chicken, creamy ranch dressing, crispy tater tots, and melty cheese, perfect for cozy dinners or parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup ranch dressing Adjust according to preference; homemade ranch can be used.
  • 3 cups frozen tater tots Frozen provides the best texture.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with other cheeses.
  • 0.5 cup green onions, chopped For garnish and added freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
Assembly
  1. Top the chicken mixture with the frozen tater tots in an even layer.
  2. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the tater tots.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  2. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 24gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze portioned leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic wrap.

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