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Taco Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

Enjoy the BEST Taco Tater Tot Casserole. This easy, cheesy Mexican-inspired recipe has all your favorites, including ground beef, beans, and tater tots topped with enchilada sauce and cheese! 
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 251kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef 85% or leaner ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced small
  • 1 medium red pepper, diced small optional
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 4-ounce can diced green chiles mild or hot
  • 1 1-ounce package taco seasoning or 2-3 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 10-ounce package frozen corn no need to thaw it
  • 3 cups Mexican blend cheese shredded
  • 1 10-ounce can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 32-ounce package frozen tater tots you may not use them all

Topping Ideas

  • cilantro
  • sour cream
  • tomatoes
  • guacamole
  • sliced olives
  • green onions
  • hot sauce

Instructions

  • Place your rack in the middle of the oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. (204 Celsius). Then, spray your 9 x 13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside. 
  • In a small bowl, add the taco seasoning (chili powder, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper) and mix until combined. 
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef, onions, and peppers breaking up the meat as you cook it. Add the garlic at the last minute of cooking. Drain off the fat.
  • Add the green chiles, taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and two cups of shredded cheese to the meat mixture. Stir until combined. 
  • Place the meat mixture into your prepared pan. Evenly pour the enchilada sauce over the meat. Arrange the tater tots in a single layer over the mixture. 
  • Bake uncovered in the oven for 30-40 minutes or until the tater tots are crispy and golden. Top with the remaining cup of cheese and place back in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts. 

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Notes

  • For crispier tots, bake them for 10 minutes per package instructions while cooking your beef mixture. 
  • We recommend at least 85% or leaner ground beef. 
  • Try making your own taco seasoning. It's healthier, less expensive, and so delish! You would use 2-3 tablespoons in this recipe. 
  • Substitute your favorite type of cheese in the recipe. Monterey jack, pepper jack, and sharp cheddar cheese are all good!
Store leftovers in an airtight container or cover them in plastic wrap in the fridge for five days.
Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
1 serving = ⅛ of the finished recipe. 

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 377mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 725IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 496mg | Iron: 1mg