Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our Taco Tater Tot Casserole, a dish that brings together the best of comfort food and Mexican cuisine. This delightful casserole layers savory ground beef, black beans, and vibrant veggies beneath a crispy crown of golden tater tots, all smothered in rich enchilada sauce and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for family gatherings, game nights, or an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your preferred toppings like sour cream and guacamole for an extra flavor boost. Get ready to dig in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 1 medium red pepper (finely diced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 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 prepare a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the ground beef, onion, and red pepper until cooked through. Add minced garlic towards the end and drain excess fat.
- Stir in green chiles, taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and half of the cheese until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the baking dish; drizzle enchilada sauce on top and layer with tater tots.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until tater tots are golden brown. Top with remaining cheese and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg