Chris's Tater Tot Casserole

Get ready to elevate your comfort food game with Chris's Tater Tot Casserole, a satisfying blend of creamy, cheesy layers topped with crispy golden tater tots. This family-friendly recipe pairs seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic with a velvety mix of cream of mushroom and celery soups, plus a generous dollop of sour cream for extra richness. Shredded cheddar cheese melts into every layer, creating a gooey, savory delight, while the crunchy tater tots add the perfect texture on top. It’s baked to bubbly perfection in just under an hour and garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings, this hearty casserole is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it as the ultimate one-dish meal, and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of celery soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a light coat of vegetable oil.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil, diced onion, and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Season the cooked beef mixture with salt and black pepper, then transfer it to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create the first layer.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and pour the mixture over the beef layer in the baking dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the soup layer.

Step 7

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese, covering the entire surface of the casserole.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2559.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4530.2

Total Fat 313.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 45.9g
Cholesterol 688.3mg	0%
Sodium 10263.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 302.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 169.9g	0%

Vitamin D 85.4IU	0%
Calcium 2398.9mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 4146.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 25.7%