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A golden, crispy Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole in a white ceramic baking dish, with melted cheddar cheese bubbling on top, fresh green onions sprinkled over, and a silver serving spoon partially lifting a portion to reveal the creamy, cheesy beef filling underneath. Warm lighting, rustic wooden table, cozy kitchen background.

How to Make Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole in 6 Easy Steps

This Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food recipe, combining the savory flavors of a cheeseburger with the crispy crunch of tater tots. It’s easy to make, family-friendly, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. With simple ingredients and customizable toppings, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 peoples
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet For browning the ground beef and sautéing onions and garlic.
  • 9x13-inch baking dish For assembling and baking the casserole.
  • Mixing Spoon For combining ingredients.
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons For accurate ingredient measurements.
  • Oven Preheated to 375°F (190°C) for baking.
  • Knife and Cutting Board For chopping onions, garlic, and optional toppings.

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 Ib Ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 small Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Ketchup
  • ¼ cup Mustard
  • ¼ cup Chopped pickles (optional)
  • 32 oz Frozen tater tots

Optional Toppings

  • Diced tomatoes
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Extra pickles
  • Ranch or Thousand Island dressing

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
    A skillet with ground beef browning, onions and garlic sautéing, steam rising, wooden spatula stirring.
  • Cook Beef: In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
    A creamy beef mixture with cheese and sauce in a pan, thick texture, rich golden color
  • Add Sauces: Stir in ketchup, mustard, and pickles (if using).
    A 9x13-inch baking dish with an even layer of beef mixture spread at the bottom.
  • Layer Casserole:
    - Spread beef mixture in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
    - Sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
    - Top with a single layer of frozen tater tots.
    Neatly arranged golden tater tots in rows on top of the casserole filling.
  • Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
    Freshly baked casserole with melted cheese, crispy tater tots, and a garnish of green onions.
  • Add Toppings: Let cool for 5 minutes, then add optional toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, or dressing. Enjoy hot!
    A serving spoon lifting a cheesy, meaty portion of casserole from the dish, gooey cheese stretching.

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