Overview
This Tater Tots Casserole is a hearty and nostalgic dish that brings back fond memories of cozy family dinners. It’s perfect for a quick and comforting meal, combining ground turkey, chicken, veggies, and gooey cheese, all topped with crispy tater tots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: Not specified
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Ground Turkey | 1/2 pound |
| Chicken | 1 breast |
| Onion | 1 medium |
| Cheddar Cheese | 1 1/2 cups |
| Mixed Frozen Veggies | 0.5 cup |
| Cream of Mushroom Soup | 1 can |
| Tater Tots | 2 cups |
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
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Sautee Onions:
- Dice the onion and sauté until translucent. Mix into the cooked ground turkey.
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Assemble Casserole:
- Spray a small baking dish (such as a loaf pan) with cooking spray.
- Spread the ground meat and onion mixture evenly on the bottom of the dish.
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Layer Veggies:
- Sprinkle the mixed frozen veggies over the ground meat.
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Add Soup:
- Pour the cream of mushroom soup evenly over the vegetables.
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Top with Cheese:
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the soup layer.
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Arrange Tater Tots:
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese. Feel free to add more if desired.
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Bake:
- Bake the casserole uncovered for 15 minutes.
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Cover and Bake:
- After 15 minutes, cover the baking dish with foil to prevent excessive browning and bake for another 15 minutes.
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Season and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
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Optional:
- If you like tomatoes, the original recipe suggests adding a layer of canned tomatoes before the soup and tater tots layers.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 439
- Total Fat: 27.4g
- Saturated Fat: 13.2g
- Cholesterol: 91mg
- Sodium: 658.1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 21.5g
- Fiber: 4.9g
- Sugar: 1.9g
- Protein: 28.2g
Description
This dish holds a special place for the user’s husband, evoking memories of family dinners from his childhood. Despite concerns about its richness, the joy of cooking for loved ones shines through in preparing this comforting casserole.