10 Irresistible Tater Tot Recipes to Warm Up Your Table

by

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, tater tots are the ultimate comfort food upgrade. Whether you’re craving a cozy casserole, a hearty dinner bake, or a fun twist on pizza night, these recipes turn simple tots into delicious, family-friendly meals you’ll want to make again and again.

1. Classic Tater Tot Casserole

This comforting classic layers beef, veggies, and creamy mushroom soup under a golden blanket of crispy tater tots. A weeknight staple everyone will love!
Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Stir in mushroom soup and mixed vegetables.
  4. Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.
  5. Top with tater tots in a single layer and sprinkle cheese over the top.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

2. Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole

A hearty spin on the traditional shepherd’s pie, this version swaps mashed potatoes for crispy tater tots with layers of beef, gravy, and cheesy goodness.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup diced yellow onions
  • 12 oz canned corn, not drained
  • 0.87 oz beef gravy mix + 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp onion powder, 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups water (for mashed potatoes)
  • 2 tbsp margarine
  • 4 oz instant mashed potato mix
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 28 oz frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook beef and onions in a skillet until browned. Stir in corn, gravy mix with water, and seasonings.
  3. In a bowl, prepare instant mashed potatoes with water, margarine, and milk.
  4. Layer beef mixture in a baking dish, spread potatoes over top, then cover with tater tots and cheese.
  5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

3. Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Tater Tot Casserole

Warm, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this chicken and broccoli tater tot casserole is the ultimate comfort food. Every bite delivers crispy tots, tender chicken, and melty cheddar in a creamy, satisfying sauce.
Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or leftover works great!)
  • 1 package (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups frozen broccoli florets (no need to thaw)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a light coating of butter.
  2. Sauté the onion (optional):
  3. In a small skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced onion with a little oil or butter for 3–4 minutes until softened. This step adds flavor, but you can skip it if you’re in a hurry.
  4. Make the sauce: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine ingredients: Add the shredded chicken, broccoli florets, sautéed onion, and 1½ cups of shredded cheese to the sauce. Mix until well combined.
  6. Assemble the casserole: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with an even layer of frozen tater tots. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese over the top.
  7. Bake: Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy, and the casserole is bubbly.
  8. Cool slightly & serve: Let the casserole cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. It thickens slightly as it cools, making it easier to slice.

4. Delicious Angel Beef Casserole

A hearty, family-style beef casserole made extra creamy with cream cheese and topped with buttery tater tots for the perfect finish.
Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Italian dressing mix
  • 7 cups frozen tater tots
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned; drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in cream cheese, mushroom soup, beef broth, melted butter, and Italian dressing mix.
  4. Spread beef mixture into a greased baking dish.
  5. Arrange tater tots on top.
  6. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.

5. Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Bake

Loaded with chicken, veggies, and plenty of cheddar, this cheesy bake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It’s comfort food at its finest!
Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, vegetables, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.
  4. Top with tater tots and sprinkle cheese over the top.
  5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until hot and bubbly.

6. Sausage, Tater Tot & Cheese Breakfast Muffins

Perfect for meal prep, these savory muffins pack sausage, eggs, cheese, and tots into handheld bites. They’re great for busy mornings!
Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin.
  2. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add sausage, cheese, peppers, and green onions.
  4. Place 2–3 tater tots in each muffin cup, then pour egg mixture on top.
  5. Bake 20–25 minutes, until set and golden.

7. Cheesy Tater Tot Beef Gravy Bake

This savory dish smothers crispy tater tots in beefy brown gravy and melty cheddar cheese. It’s comfort food you’ll want seconds of!
Ingredients

  • 4 cups tater tots
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup brown gravy (homemade or store-bought)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Stir in brown gravy.
  4. Spread mixture into a baking dish and top with tater tots.
  5. Sprinkle cheese over the top and bake 25–30 minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley before serving.

8. Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tater Tot Casserole

Rich and creamy with garlic and parmesan, this casserole is a cheesy, indulgent side dish or main meal.
Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Arrange tater tots in a greased baking dish.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter, then stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour mixture over tater tots and top with mozzarella.
  5. Bake for 30–35 minutes until bubbly.

9. Cozy Sausage & Tater Tot Soup Bowls

This hearty soup transforms tater tots into a warm, comforting dish simmered with sausage, veggies, and cream.
Ingredients

  • 1 lb sausage
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
    Instructions
  1. In a large pot, cook sausage until browned.
  2. Add carrots, celery, and onion; cook until softened.
  3. Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Add tater tots and simmer until tender.
  5. Stir in cream, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with thyme.

10. Sausage, Pepperoni, and Tater Tot Supreme Pizza

This fun twist on pizza night swaps the crust for a crispy tater tot base, loaded with sausage, pepperoni, cheese, and sauce.
Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 1/2 lb sausage, crumbled
  • 1 cup pepperoni slices
  • 1 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup green olives, sliced (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Olive oil for drizzling
    Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange tater tots in a greased pizza pan; bake 20 minutes until crispy.
  3. Spread pizza sauce over the tots.
  4. Top with sausage, pepperoni, cheeses, and olives.
  5. Sprinkle oregano and garlic powder, then drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Bake 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Final Thoughts

From cheesy casseroles to creative pizza twists, tater tots are more than just a side dish—they’re the star of the show. Try one of these irresistible recipes tonight and discover just how versatile these golden bites can be!

Sharing is caring!

Leave a Comment