Tater Tot Casserole is a classic comfort food. Tater Tots paired with ground beef, cheese and a creamy sauce make this dish delicious and easy to make. You will love our simple and easy One Dish Casserole recipe! This  will become a family favorite in no time.

We don’t always eat casseroles for dinner, but when we do- we cook it on our  grill. Yes, you can make this recipe in your oven, too. I’ll give instructions for that but if you do have a smoker where you can bake dishes- give it a try.

Some people have strong opinions about casseroles and while they aren’t my first choice I have to admit- this Tater Tot Casserole was actually pretty darn amazing. I can’t help but think that baking it on my Traeger had something to do about it, too.

This Tater Tot Casserole was quick, easy, and inexpensive to make. But it sure filled up our bellies and there were no leftovers. That is a win in my book. I love that we usually have all the ingredients on hand and it is easy to make in a pinch. 

So let me turn you into a believer of casseroles- this is one you don’t want to miss out on.

WHAT IS TATER TOT CASSEROLE?

Tater Tot Casserole is pretty classic casserole dish that goes back generations. Most likely every family has their own version of this dish and it probably is a little different for every one.

Tater tot casserole is incredibly easy and convenient to make using only one pan. Not to mention it is fairly budget friendly. You can feed a crowd with a single 9×13 inch pan of tater tot casserole, or, you can easily get two meals from one casserole for a family of four.

WHAT INGREDIENTS ARE IN A TATER TOT CASSEROLE?

Traditionally, a Tater Tot Casserole consists of frozen Tater Tots, ground beef, cheese and cream of mushroom soup and green beans served together in a baking dish.

This recipe calls for canned green beans but you could certainly use fresh green beans, too.

Other variations could include using ground turkey or chicken in place of ground beef. Low-fat or low-sodium cream of mushroom soup would work or if you don’t have that on hand you could substitute it for cream of chicken or cream of vegetable soup. It really is so versatile- there is no wrong way to do it!

 Either way, this easy and cheap dinner is  kid approved and turns out delicious every time.

HOW TO MAKE TATER TOT CASSEROLE

As mentioned above, this is an easy, one dish casserole that is simple to make and assemble.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 tsp. garlic (minced or powdered)
• 2 tsp. seasonings of your choice (I used Trader Joe’s Everything But the Bagel Seasoning
• 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 can  condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 16. oz bag of frozen tater tots
• 1 can green beans (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. You want to start by browning your ground beef in a skillet on medium high heat, once cooked through be sure to remove excess fat and grease 
2. Next, add Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and seasoning of your choice (you could do onion powder, lemon pepper, Mrs. Dash, etc.) to your beef and let simmer for 5 minutes
3. Grease an 8X8 baking dish and begin layering your casserole
4. Start by making one layer of ground beef
5. Pour the cream of mushroom soup on top of the beef- sprinkle extra seasoning on top
6. If adding green beans you would add them next ( or just on half the dish)
7. Scatter the cheese across your beef mixture- add more seasoning
8. Dump your frozen tatertots on the very top and prepare to bake
9. Bake at 375 in your oven or on your grill for about 45 minutes – you will know it’s cooked when the tater tots are brown and the edges are crispy

How long does Tater Tot Casserole Stay good for?

If you end up with leftovers you can place them in an airtight container and place in your fridge for 3-5 days.

Can you freeze Tater Tot Casserole?

Tater Tot Casserole is one of those dishes you can freeze either before or after baking. If you prepare it ahead of time you can freeze for up to one month.

If you are freezing it before baking then simply prepare your dish as directed and then put a layer of saran wrap and then foil on top. Be sure to take it out of your fridge at least an hour before to let it thaw, otherwise it may take longer to warm through.

If you are freezing leftovers then place leftovers in an air tight container and freezer for up to one month.

How do you reheat Tater Tot Casserole?

You can reheat your casserole in the microwave or in the oven.

Place a serving in a microwave safe dish and begin by heating up in one minute increments.

If you are heating up in your oven begin by turning your oven to 350 degrees and heat until warmed through.

What do you serve with Tater Tot Casserole?

This dish has it all- protein, starch, dairy and veggies so you don’t have to add much to it to make it a complete meal. A fresh salad or fruit would be a perfect addition to this main dish.

Here are other comfort food dishes you may enjoy:

• Smoked Butter Chicken
• The Best Ever Crock Pot Chili
• Smoked Meatloaf
• Ham and Cheese Sliders
• One Pot Creamy Enchilada Casserole
• Quick and Easy Beef Enchiladas
• Keto Grilled Stuffed Peppers