Transport your taste buds to the heart of comfort food heaven with this Creamy Tater Tot Hotdish, a Midwest-inspired classic that combines rich, indulgent flavors with a delightfully crispy topping. Featuring a hearty base of seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic, this casserole is brought to life with the creamy blend of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups, tangy sour cream, vibrant mixed vegetables, and melty cheddar cheese. Topped with a golden, crunchy layer of tater tots, this dish is the ultimate crowd-pleaser—perfect for cozy family dinners or potluck gatherings. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this hotdish is a satisfying one-pan meal that’s sure to win over both kids and adults. Don't forget to serve it hot and bubbling straight from the oven for maximum deliciousness. Keywords: tater tot casserole, creamy hotdish, comfort food recipe, easy weeknight dinner, Midwest casserole.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease, then transfer the cooked beef to a large mixing bowl.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Transfer the onions and garlic to the mixing bowl with the beef.
Add the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, frozen mixed vegetables, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using) to the mixing bowl. Stir everything together until well combined.
Pour the beef and vegetable mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the top of the casserole, covering the entire surface.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the casserole is bubbling at the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the hotdish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Calories |
4748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 319.7 g | 410% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.4 g | 672% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 36.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 715 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 10658 mg | 463% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.8 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.1 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.3 g | ||
| Protein | 180.2 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 2615 mg | 201% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 4664 mg | 99% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.