Looking for the ultimate comfort food that’s easy to make and impossible to resist? This Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole has it all—juicy shredded chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch flavor, gooey cheese, and a golden crust of tater tots. It’s a hearty, family-friendly dinner that satisfies every craving and brings everyone to the table with smiles.
Why You’ll Love This Casserole
🥓 Loaded with Flavor: Ranch, bacon, and melty cheese make every bite unforgettable.
🍗 Chicken-Packed: A great way to use up leftover rotisserie or cooked chicken.
🍟 Tater Tot Topping: Crispy, golden, and the perfect crunchy contrast to the creamy base.
🧀 Cheesy Comfort: Layers of Colby Jack cheese pull everything together.
⏱️ Weeknight Friendly: Prep in 20 minutes, then let the oven do the work.
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 10.5 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning
- 1½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 5 cups frozen tater tots
- ¼ cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
How to Make It
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, ranch seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix until fully combined.
3️⃣ Assemble the Casserole
Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the crumbled bacon over the top.
4️⃣ Add Tater Tots
Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the chicken mixture.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle remaining cheese over the tots, and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6️⃣ Finish & Serve
Top with the rest of the bacon and sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy every creamy, crispy bite.
Tips & Variations
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole in the morning and bake at dinnertime.
- Add Veggies: Mix in frozen peas, broccoli, or corn for extra nutrition.
- Swap Cheeses: Try cheddar, mozzarella, or a spicy pepper jack for a twist.
- Low Carb Option: Substitute tater tots with cauliflower tots.
Final Thoughts
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole is a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing dish that combines classic flavors in the most satisfying way. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend dinner, it’s the perfect casserole to warm hearts—and bellies.
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Easy Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
This hearty, family-friendly casserole is packed with creamy ranch chicken, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and golden tater tots—an easy, comforting dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 10.5 oz can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning
- 1½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 5 cups frozen tater tots
- ¼ cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, ranch seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheese until combined.
- Spread chicken mixture in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the crumbled bacon over the top.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the chicken mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove, sprinkle remaining cheese over the tots, and bake another 10 minutes.
- Top with the rest of the bacon and sliced green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, try different cheeses or mix in veggies like peas or corn. Prep ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, tater tot casserole, bacon ranch, easy dinner, comfort food