Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole
This easy, kid-friendly Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole combines creamy Alfredo sauce, juicy chicken, gooey cheese, and crispy tater tots for the ultimate comfort food dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to please even picky eaters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (about 1 rotisserie chicken)
- 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Butter or nonstick spray, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, Alfredo sauce, frozen peas, 1 cup mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Stir until evenly coated.
- Spoon the chicken Alfredo mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single, even layer over the cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crisp and the casserole is bubbly around the edges. If needed, broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before serving for easier slicing and to allow the sauce to set.
Notes
Keep tater tots frozen until ready to bake for the crispiest topping. Shred your own cheese for best melt. Add extra veggies like broccoli, spinach, or mushrooms if desired (sauté first to avoid excess liquid). Let the casserole rest before serving for tidy slices. For a gluten-free version, ensure your tater tots and Alfredo sauce are certified gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of casserole
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 950
- Fat: 23
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 37
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 27
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