Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

The perfect blend of rotisserie chicken, spicy buffalo wing sauce, Ranch dressing, melty cheese, and crispy tater tots. Easy to make and love!

Course Dinner, Entree, Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 687kcal

Author Anne Clark

Equipment

Large cast iron skillet my large cast iron skillet measures 12" across the top
measuring cup(s)
measuring spoons
whisk

Ingredients

1 Rotisserie chicken, skin and bones discarded. Meat shredded or chopped into bite-size pieces. See note below.
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature I use Philadelphia brand because of its extra creamy texture
½ cup ranch dressing
½ cup Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
16 oz frozen tater tots Use approximately half a 32-oz bag
1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese (not pre-shredded) Shred your own for best flavor and texture
⅓ cup blue cheese crumbles
6 sliced green onions Slice into small rounds with a pair of scissors.
carrot sticks and celery sticks (optional) Cool and crispy veggies compliment the hot and spicy

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375F. Spray a large cast iron skillet with non-stick spray.
Layer the chopped chicken in the bottom of a large cast iron skillet.
1 Rotisserie chicken, skin and bones discarded. Meat shredded or chopped into bite-size pieces.
In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo wing sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. A whisk works well to get a creamy consistency.
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature, ½ cup ranch dressing, ½ cup Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon black pepper
Pour the cream cheese mixture on top of the chicken and mix well. Spread with a spatula to get a smooth, even layer.
Place a layer of frozen tater tots, in a circular pattern, on top of the buffalo chicken mixture.
16 oz frozen tater tots
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly on top of the tater tot layer.
1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese (not pre-shredded)
Place the skillet on the center oven rack and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven.
Sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles and sliced green onions. Let it rest 5 minutes then devour! See notes below for more serving suggestions.
⅓ cup blue cheese crumbles, 6 sliced green onions

Notes

Substitute with 3 cups cooked and chopped boneless skinless chicken breasts or turkey meat.

To store leftovers, cover the casserole dish tightly with foil or transfer individual portions to airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place the desired portion in the microwave or oven until heated through.

What to Serve With It

Serve with extra buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, raw carrot sticks, and celery sticks on the side. Here are some more suggestions:

Side Dish - Crispy crunchy Broccoli Bacon Salad is a great side dish. With a hint of saltiness from the bacon and a touch of sweetness from the honey, it's a great side kick!

Side Dish - During grilling season, pair this casserole with Grilled Corn on the Cob and dive into its sweet and juicy flavor.

Dessert - Don't forget to save room for an after dinner treat! These one-pan Blondie Brownies are a snap to put together and the perfect ending to the perfect meal!

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