{"id":6316,"date":"2025-10-07T10:34:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T10:34:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=6316"},"modified":"2025-10-07T10:34:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T10:34:21","slug":"chicken-bacon-ranch-tater-tot-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/07\/chicken-bacon-ranch-tater-tot-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole \u2013 Creamy, Cheesy & Crowd-Pleasing<\/h1>\n

When it comes to ultimate comfort food, it\u2019s hard to beat a cheesy casserole that\u2019s loaded with flavor. This Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole<\/strong> is everything you love in one dish: creamy ranch-seasoned chicken, smoky bacon, plenty of melted cheese, and a crispy golden tater tot topping.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an easy weeknight dinner, potluck favorite, or game-day dish that\u2019s guaranteed to disappear fast. Best of all, it uses simple ingredients and comes together in minutes \u2014 then the oven does the rest!<\/p>\n

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\ud83e\udd58 Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole Recipe<\/h2>\n

Ingredients<\/h3>\n
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    3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced, rotisserie works great)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup sour cream<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 cup ranch dressing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tsp garlic powder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 tsp onion powder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd tsp black pepper<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Instructions<\/h3>\n
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      Preheat Oven<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Heat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Grease a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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        Mix the Filling<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          In a large bowl, stir together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Add chicken, bacon, and 1 \u00bd cups cheddar cheese. Mix until combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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          Assemble the Casserole<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the baking dish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Top with a single layer of tater tots.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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            Bake<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              Bake uncovered for 35\u201340 minutes, until tater tots are golden and crispy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Sprinkle remaining \u00bd cup cheddar cheese on top and bake for 5 more minutes until melted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n

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              Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                Tips for Success<\/h2>\n
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                  Use rotisserie chicken for a fast shortcut.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  For extra crispiness, broil the casserole for 2\u20133 minutes at the end.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Add a little hot sauce to the filling for a spicy kick.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                  Leftovers reheat well in the oven or air fryer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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