Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Loaded with many of your favorite ingredients, this Mexican Tater Tot Casserole is one for the record books. Your favorite Classic Casserole is once again new and made with the Mexican Flair you crave.

This casserole has been given many names over the years, however, it is the Authentic Mexican Tater Tot Casserole that stands out.

This Mexican Tater Tot Casserole is customizable to the way your family prefers their Mexican dishes. Feel free to make it your signature dish for Taco Tuesday or Mexican Monday!

This dish is super easy to make, better to eat and will make all who eat it happy for the evening.

If you’re looking for an easy, kid-friendly weeknight dinner, look no further than this Mexican tater tot casserole.

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What makes this recipe different from the others?

This is the Authentic version of the recipe. Therefore it has more of the actual ingredients, tastes better, and is also easy to make.

How is this dish customizable?

You can add other ingredients that your family prefers with Mexican food. You can increase or decrease the level of heat in the casserole. Rather than Tater Tots, you could top the casserole with tortilla chips.

What can I serve with the Mexican Tater Tot Casserole?

The dish could be served alone, or you could steam some vegetables or serve it with a salad.

Ingredients:

• Ground beef
• Onion
• Taco seasoning mix
• Green chili
• Black beans
• Frozen corn
• Red enchilada sauce
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Tater tots
• Cilantro
• Sour cream

How To Make Mexican Tater Tot Casserole:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375˚F. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.

Step 2. Add the ground beef and diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown meat until thoroughly cooked. Drain off excess fat and return to skillet.

Step 3. Add the taco seasoning, green chilli, black beans, frozen corn and enchilada sauce to the skillet with the meat.

Step 4. Cook for another 8- 10 minutes over medium heat.

Step 5. Add 2 cups of shredded cheese to the meat mixture and gently mix.

Step 6. Pour everything from the skillet into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.

Step 7. Place the tater tots evenly over top and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.

Step 8. Remove from oven, and add the remaining cup of cheese over the top. Bake another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly browning.

Step 9. Garnish with cilantro and top with sour cream and serve hot.

Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8

If you're looking for a delicious and hearty casserole that's sure to please, look no further than this Mexican Tater Tot Casserole! Packed with ground beef, black beans, corn, and of course, tater tots, this casserole is guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family.

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Ingredients 

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 green chilli, sliced
• 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 cup frozen corn
• 1 can red enchilada sauce
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 4 cups tater tots, frozen
• Cilantro, to garnish
• Sour cream, to garnish

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375˚F. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
• In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Brown meat until thoroughly cooked. Drain off excess fat and return to skillet.
• Add the taco seasoning, green chilli, black beans, frozen corn and enchilada sauce to the skillet with the meat. Cook for another 8- 10 minutes over medium heat. Add 2 cups of shredded cheese to the meat mixture and gently mix.
• Pour everything from the skillet into the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Place the tater tots evenly over top and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
• Remove from oven, add the remaining cup of cheese over the top. Bake another 5 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly browning.
• Garnish with cilantro and top with sour cream and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 651kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 1397mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g

Author: Marta

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Can this Casserole be reheated?

You can reheat this Casserole by placing it in a preheated 350* oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through.

How should I store the leftovers?

Once the casserole has cooled to room temperature, it can be wrapped tightly or placed into an airtight container. You can store it in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Can I freeze this Mexican Tater Tot Casserole?

The Casserole is freezer friendly. Once cooled, place the casserole into an airtight container and store it in the freezer for 3 months.

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