Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
A creamy, comforting casserole with tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, crispy tater tots, and melted cheese baked into a satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 35–40 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley or basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly in a greased casserole dish.
- Layer frozen tater tots evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the tater tots.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired before serving.
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms or steamed broccoli to the chicken mixture for extra veggies.
- Use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese for more flavor depth.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes or Cajun seasoning for a spicy kick.
- Can prepare ahead by assembling and refrigerating, then bake with added time.
- Substitute tater tots with frozen hash browns or diced potatoes if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
