Description
Comfort meets indulgence in this chicken alfredo tater tot casserole, blending creamy pasta sauce with crispy potato bites. Cheesy layers of hearty ingredients guarantee a satisfying meal that delivers pure culinary bliss for dinner enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 4 cups (600 g) chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 bag (32 oz or 900 g) frozen tater tots
- 2 cups (480 ml) Alfredo sauce
cheese ingredients:
- 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (100 g) Parmesan cheese, shredded
seasonings and optional ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup (120 g) frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C), preparing a spacious 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light mist of non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, sauté diced chicken until golden and thoroughly cooked, seasoning with a blend of salt and pepper for robust flavor.
- Lower the heat and introduce cream cheese, stirring until it melts into a smooth, velvety consistency, allowing the mixture to become creamy and integrated.
- Gently fold in alfredo sauce, creating a luxurious coating that envelops the chicken with rich, silky texture.
- Transfer the chicken and sauce mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom to create a uniform base layer.
- Meticulously arrange frozen tater tots in precise rows, covering the entire surface of the chicken mixture with a crispy potato blanket.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the tater tots, ensuring complete coverage for a golden, melted topping.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for the cheese to transform into a bubbling, bronzed crust and the tater tots to achieve a satisfying crunch.
- Once removed from the oven, allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes, permitting the layers to set and flavors to harmonize before serving.
- Garnish with optional chopped parsley or green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish that adds color and subtle brightness to the dish.
Notes
- Opt for crispy, golden-brown tater tots by arranging them in a single layer without overcrowding the baking dish.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like sharp cheddar or smoky gouda to add depth and complexity to the Alfredo sauce.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut that adds extra flavor and tender meat texture to the casserole.
- If watching sodium intake, choose low-sodium cream of chicken soup and reduce added salt to customize the dish for heart-healthy diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 474
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1010 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg