Tater Tot Casserole

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This easy tater tot casserole has a Southwest twist to it, made with deliciously seasoned ground beef, onions, garlic, jalapenos, diced green chiles, cheese, tater tots and more, baked to golden perfection.

Prep Time15

Cook Time35

Total Time50

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Mexican Tater Tot Casserole, Tater Tot Casserole, Tater Tot Casserole Mexican Style

Servings: Servings

Calories: 734kcal

Author: Great Grub, Delicious Treats

Ingredients

1.5 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 jalapeno, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon slap ya mama seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
15 ounce whole kernel corn, drained
15 ounce black beans, drained and rinsed
4 ounce diced green chilies
4 ounce cream cheese
½ cup sour cream
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, divided
32 ounce frozen tater tots

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, onions, and jalapenos. Stir to combine and cook until meat is no longer pink and onions and peppers are tender. Drain and return to the skillet.
Add garlic and seasonings to meat, stir to combine, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add corn, black beans, green chillies, cream cheese, sour cream and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Stir to combine and cook until the cheese is melty and heated through.
Spoon into the prepared baking dish and spread in an even layer. Add the remaining cup of shredded cheese over the top of the meat mixture.
Top with potato tots.
Place in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until tots are golden brown.
Remove and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

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