Brisket Tater Tot Casserole
This brisket tater tot casserole will have everyone running to the table for breakfast or dinner. It's great for both! A layer of golden tots is topped with diced brisket, bell peppers, onions, and jalapenos, then baked and topped with cheese for the ultimate comfort food.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 532kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover brisket, cut into small pieces
- 28 ounce tater tots
- 1 green bell pepper, seeds removed, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno, seeds removed, diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 and place a single layer of tater tots in a 9x13 baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- In a cast iron pan or skillet, heat oil and melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced potatoes, onions and peppers. Saute until tender.
- Next, add leftover brisket and all the seasonings. Stir to combine and heat over low flame.
- Pour barbecue sauce into the pan, stir and continue cooking until heated through.
- Pour brisket mixture over the tater tots and place back in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Remove and top with shredded cheese. Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Storage
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Brisket lasts for up to 4 days in the refrigerator, so adjust your casserole storage accordingly based on when you made the brisket.
- Freeze in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, defrost overnight in the refrigerator if frozen. Then, microwave individual portions at 1-minute intervals.
- I prefer dicing the brisket rather than shredding it. I find it makes it easier to eat the casserole.
- Medium heat is best for sautéing vegetables, especially onions. You want them to get soft, not crispy and brown.
- Keep the heat on low after adding the brisket and BBQ sauce. This heats everything through without overcooking it.
Nutritional values are approximate.
Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.
Nutrition
Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1048mg | Potassium: 813mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1405IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 3mg