Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
This Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish combining tender chicken, creamy Alfredo-inspired sauce, and crispy tater tots baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that blends classic comfort flavors with a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauces and Dairy
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Cheeses and Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cups cooked tater tots
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts and cook until no longer pink in the center, about 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness. Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, condensed cream of chicken soup, milk, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, black pepper, and salt. Stir the mixture over medium heat until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to coat the chicken evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Assemble the Casserole: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a casserole dish, spread half of the cooked tater tots evenly on the bottom. Pour the chicken and Alfredo sauce mixture over the tater tots. Then layer the remaining tater tots on top.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top layer of tater tots. If using, also sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top for extra flavor and cheesiness.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown, and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired for a fresh touch.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste, especially if you are using salted soups.
- For a crispier top, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- The optional cheddar cheese adds a sharper flavor, but the dish is delicious with just mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Make sure the tater tots are fully cooked before assembling to ensure crispiness.
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Tater Tot Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Baked Casserole
