Hotdish Tater Tot Casserole Slow Cooker Recipe
This hearty Hotdish Tater Tot Casserole is a classic American comfort food dish, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Prepared in a Crock-Pot Slow Cooker, this recipe combines savory ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and crispy tater tots, all topped with melted cheese for a satisfying meal. Below is the complete recipe with detailed ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Hotdish Tater Tot Casserole Slow Cooker Recipe
8
servings30
minutes3
hours20
minutes210
kcalIngredients
1 pound ground beef
1/2 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 jalapeño peppers, diced
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can fire roasted tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup frozen corn
4 ounces whipped cream cheese
2 pounds tater tots
1/2 cup salsa
8 ounces shredded mild cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
For Serving
Sour cream
Pico de gallo
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeño peppers.
- Break up the beef as it cooks, stirring as needed to brown it evenly and soften the vegetables.
- Once the ground beef is fully cooked and the vegetables are softened, spoon off any excess grease.
- Spray the Crock-Pot Slow Cooker well with nonstick canola oil spray.
- Place half of the tater tots in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker, then top with the cooked ground beef mixture.
- Add the drained black beans, fire roasted tomatoes, and frozen corn over the beef mixture.
- Dollop spoonfuls of whipped cream cheese evenly across the top of the mixture.
- Layer the remaining tater tots on top, drizzle with salsa, and cover with shredded mild cheddar cheese.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW for 4 to 6 hours, until the tater tots are hot, slightly crispy on the edges, and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve with sour cream and pico de gallo on the side.
Recipe Notes
This Hotdish Tater Tot Casserole is a quintessential American dish, blending bold flavors with the convenience of a slow cooker. The combination of spicy jalapeños, creamy cheese, and crispy tater tots creates a comforting and flavorful meal that’s ideal for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners. The slow cooker makes preparation easy, allowing the ingredients to meld together for a deliciously satisfying result.
