Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
A comforting, set-and-forget slow cooker casserole featuring tender chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and a crispy layer of tater tots. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 32 oz frozen Tater Tots
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley or chives optional garnish
Instructions
- Lightly coat the slow cooker insert with nonstick spray or butter for easy cleanup.
- Place chicken breasts in the cooker, add soups, sour cream, diced onion, and seasonings; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or on HIGH for 2½ hours, until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the chicken with forks, then stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Arrange frozen Tater Tots in a single layer over the cheesy chicken mixture.
- Cook uncovered on HIGH for 1 hour, until Tater Tots are golden and crispy; broil briefly if desired.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley or chives over the top, season to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
Leftovers stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days; freeze portions for up to 3 months. For extra crispiness, broil the top for 2–3 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal
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