Taco Tater Tots Casserole Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This Taco Tater Tots Casserole combines the delicious flavors of tacos with crispy tater tots for a fun and satisfying meal. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite taco toppings. Enjoy this hearty dish that brings together the best of both worlds.

Easy Taco Tater Tots Casserole

This casserole features seasoned ground beef, black beans, and cheese layered with crispy tater tots on top. It takes about 45 minutes to prepare and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
Sour cream for serving (optional)
Sliced jalapeños for serving (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning according to package instructions.
Assemble the Casserole: In a large baking dish, layer the seasoned beef, black beans, corn, and half of the cheese. Spread the salsa evenly over the top.
Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese and salsa mixture.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Finish with Cheese: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with sour cream and jalapeños if desired.