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Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole

A comforting, creamy mashup of Italian flavors and American hotdish. This casserole features tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and a crispy golden tater tot topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Casserole
  • 3 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed (rotisserie works best)
  • 1 package frozen tater tots 32oz bag, do not thaw
  • 15 oz Alfredo sauce jarred or homemade
  • 0.5 cup milk optional, to thin sauce if needed
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Toppings
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded, divided
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cheese Grater

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cooked chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and milk (if using) until combined.
  3. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and half of the bacon crumbles over the chicken layer.
  5. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top, covering the filling completely.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tots are golden brown and sauce is bubbling.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the tots.
  8. Bake for another 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with green onions and remaining bacon. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can pre-bake the tater tots on a sheet pan for 10 minutes before adding them to the casserole.