Mexican Tater Tot Casserole
A hearty and flavorful casserole that combines ground beef, beans, and cheese under a crispy layer of tater tots, perfect for family meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or shredded chicken.
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 ounce taco seasoning mix 1 packet, use spicy if desired.
- 1 can diced green chilies, drained
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained (15 ounces)
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 can red enchilada sauce (10 ounces)
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Use a mix of cheeses for added flavor.
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (32 ounces) Can be baked separately for extra crispiness.
- to taste chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- to serve sour cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in the taco seasoning.
- Add the drained diced green chilies, black beans, corn, and red enchilada sauce to the skillet. Simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Fold in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Arrange the tater tots on top of the beef mixture evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown.
- Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot with sour cream.
Notes
This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. It can also be customized with various proteins or veggies.