Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake
Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake is a delicious and comforting dish that combines crispy tater tots, tender chicken, and creamy ranch dressing, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or game nights, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that are sure to please everyone. With minimal prep time and the flexibility to customize, this bake guarantees a mouthwatering meal that leaves your taste buds singing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked.
- In a bowl, mix ranch dressing with garlic powder and paprika until blended.
- Layer half of the tater tots in the prepared baking dish. Add the chicken pieces on top and drizzle with half of the ranch mixture.
- Top with remaining tater tots and drizzle with the rest of the ranch mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over everything.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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