Crispy Tot Chili Casserole
A fun and hearty dish combining chili with crunchy tater tots, perfect for family dinners and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Chili Base
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the vegetables
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (93% lean)
- 1/3 cup tomato paste (~1/2 of a 6-ounce can)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 package Tater tots Frozen tater tots work best
- 1 cup Shredded cheese For topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Transfer the chili mixture to a baking dish. Top it with a layer of tater tots.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the layer of tater tots.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Pairs nicely with a simple side salad or some warm cornbread. Great for meal prep and is also delicious as leftovers.