Crockpot Tater Tot Casserole
Delight in Crockpot Tater Tot Casserole, a cozy, cheesy one-pot meal with crispy tater tots atop creamy ground beef, corn, and melted cheddar. This slow-cooker favorite is ultimate kid comfort food ready with minimal effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Crockpot Tater Tot Casserole is pure kid-approved magic—crispy golden tater tots layered over a creamy, beefy filling that tastes like the best parts of shepherd’s pie and loaded fries combined. It’s incredibly easy to throw together with pantry staples, requires almost no hands-on time, and turns out perfectly every time in the slow cooker. Picky eaters adore the familiar flavors and fun texture, while parents love the hearty, filling meal that sneaks in veggies. Customizable, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks—this casserole will become your family’s new favorite comfort food.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Brown Beef First → Adds flavor and prevents greasiness.
- Use Cream of Mushroom → Classic binder; cream of chicken works too.
- Layer Tots Evenly → Single layer on top for maximum crispiness.
- Don’t Stir Tots → Keeps them crispy on top.
- Cheese Last → Prevents burning; adds gooey melt.
- Crisp Top (optional) → Broil in oven last 5 min for extra crunch.
Crockpot Tater Tot Casserole
Crispy tater tot-topped cheesy beef casserole made effortlessly in the crockpot.
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 2 lbs ground beef
Instructions
- Brown Beef → Cook ground beef with onion and garlic until browned; drain fat.
- Season Beef → Stir in Worcestershire, salt, pepper.
- Layer Crockpot → Lightly grease 6-qt slow cooker.
- Add Beef Mix → Spread browned beef evenly at bottom.
- Creamy Layer → Whisk soup and milk; pour over beef.
- Add Corn → Spread drained corn evenly.
- First Cheese → Sprinkle 1 cup cheddar over corn.
- Tater Tots → Arrange frozen tater tots in single layer on top.
- Slow Cook → Low 6 hours or high 3 hours until bubbly.
- Final Cheese → Last 30 min, add remaining cheddar; let melt and serve!
Notes
- Don’t stir after adding tater tots—keeps them crispy.
- Browning beef adds incredible flavor—worth the extra pan.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully; tater tots soften but still delicious.
- Serve with ketchup or ranch for dipping fun.
Nutrition Information
Yield
8Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 636Total Fat 43gSaturated Fat 20gUnsaturated Fat 23gCholesterol 166mgSodium 974mgCarbohydrates 11gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 47g
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Ingredients Notes
- Ground Beef → Lean or regular; turkey for lighter.
- Tater Tots → Frozen; any brand works.
- Cream of Mushroom Soup → Condensed; adds creamy richness.
- Cheddar Cheese → Shredded sharp for bold flavor.
- Corn → Frozen or canned (drained); adds sweetness kids love.
- Milk → Whole for creaminess; 2% works.
- Onion & Garlic → Diced for savory base.
- Worcestershire → Adds depth without spice.
Variations and Substitutions
- Veggie Boost → Add peas, green beans, or carrots.
- Spicy (for adults) → Jalapeños or hot sauce separately.
- Chicken Version → Ground chicken + cream of chicken soup.
- Gluten-Free → GF cream soup + GF tater tots.
- Cheesy Extra → Mix in cream cheese or Velveeta.
- Taco Twist → Taco seasoning + salsa instead of soup.
Storage Options
- Refrigerator → Airtight container up to 4 days.
- Freezer → Freeze assembled (uncooked) up to 3 months; cook from frozen +1 hour.
- Reheating → Microwave or oven at 350°F until hot.
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