Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

This Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is everything you want in a cozy dinner—rich, creamy, and packed with cheesy goodness. Juicy chicken, smoky bacon, and crispy tater tots come together in one irresistible baked dish.

It’s a low-effort, high-reward recipe that’s perfect for feeding a hungry family or bringing to a potluck. With minimal prep and big flavor, this casserole quickly becomes a go-to favorite.

How to make Easy Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Makes approximately 4-6 servings

Equipment Needed

Measuring cups and spoons, cutting board, knife, large bowl, tongs or silicone spoon, 9×13-inch casserole dish

Ingredients

• 32 oz bag of Tatertots
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1-2 jalapenos, chopped 
• 2-3 green onions, diced and divided
• 1 cup cooked and chopped bacon, divided
• 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken 
• 3 cups fiesta cheese, shredded and divided

Step-by-Step Process

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 

2. Cut the jalapenos and green onions.

3. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, half the green onion, half the bacon, chicken, and half the cheese.

4. Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish and add the tater tots.

5. Spread the mixture over the tater tots.

6. Top with the remaining cheese, then sprinkle the rest of the bacon and green onion over the top.

7. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

Helpful Tips for the Best Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

• Dice toppings small: Helps distribute flavor evenly.
• Don’t thaw the tater tots: Frozen tots bake up crispier.
• Use a blend of cheeses: Fiesta cheese adds extra flavor.
• Layer evenly: Prevents soggy spots.
• Let rest 5 minutes: Helps the casserole set before serving.

Yield: 4-6

Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

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Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bold, savory flavor.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 32 oz bag of Tatertots
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1-2 jalapenos, chopped
• 2-3 green onions, diced and divided
• 1 cup cooked and chopped bacon, divided
• 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken
• 3 cups fiesta cheese, shredded and divided

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 
2. Cut the jalapenos and green onions.
3. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, half the green onion, half the bacon, chicken, and half the cheese.
4. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and add the tater tots.
5. Spread the mixture over the tater tots.
6. Top with the remaining cheese, then sprinkle the rest of the bacon and green onion over the top.
7. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.