Description
Indulge in the irresistible Taco Tater Tot Casserole, a savory dish that brings together the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with a fun twist. This hearty casserole features layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and frozen corn, all topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or social gatherings, this dish can serve up to eight people and is easily customizable with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re enjoying it at a family dinner or serving it at a potluck, everyone will rave about this delicious comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 4 oz canned green chiles
- 15 oz black beans (rinsed & drained)
- 10 oz frozen corn
- 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 10 oz red enchilada sauce
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and lightly spray a non-stick baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion for 5–7 minutes. Add minced garlic in the last minute.
- Stir in green chiles, taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and half of the cheese until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, drizzle with enchilada sauce, then layer frozen tater tots on top.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes until tater tots are golden brown. Top with remaining cheese and bake for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg