Description
Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole — a crispy, cheesy, cozy dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb halal ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet gluten-free chili seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese (halal-certified)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: green onions, sour cream, jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add onion and garlic and cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chili seasoning, beans, diced tomatoes, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer 8–10 minutes.
- Spread chili evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the chili.
- Arrange frozen tater tots evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until tots are crispy.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top and bake 5 more minutes until melted.
- Let cool slightly and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Halal-certified beef or turkey keeps the dish compliant with halal dietary guidelines.
- Gluten-free chili seasoning ensures the recipe remains gluten-free; check brands for cross-contact warnings.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken as desired.
- For extra crispiness, bake a few minutes longer or broil briefly at the end.
- Top with green onions, sour cream, or jalapeños to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: Not provided
- Sugar: Not provided
- Sodium: Not provided
- Fat: Not provided
- Saturated Fat: Not provided
- Unsaturated Fat: Not provided
- Trans Fat: Not provided
- Carbohydrates: Not provided
- Fiber: Not provided
- Protein: Not provided
- Cholesterol: Not provided
Keywords: Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole, Halal, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Casserole, Tater Tot, Cheese