Chicken Bacon Ranch Tots (Printable Version)
Savory chicken and smoky bacon combine with creamy ranch and crispy tater tots in a warm, comforting bake.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
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225 grams cooked shredded chicken breast
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150 grams cooked chopped bacon
→ Sauce
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120 grams ranch dressing
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240 milliliters whole milk
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15 grams all-purpose flour, sifted
→ Topping
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450 grams frozen tater tots
# Steps:
01 -
Set the oven to 190°C and allow it to reach full temperature before baking.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, whole milk, and sifted all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
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In a deep baking dish, mix the shredded cooked chicken and chopped cooked bacon evenly.
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Pour the ranch sauce over the chicken and bacon mixture, stirring to ensure thorough coating and flavor infusion.
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Arrange frozen tater tots in a uniform single layer over the chicken and bacon filling to cover completely.
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Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crisp to develop the characteristic texture and flavor.
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Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes after baking to allow flavors to settle and facilitate clean portioning.
# Notes:
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Use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken to save preparation time. For additional richness, add shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese beneath the tater tots.
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Leftovers keep refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for up to two months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best crispness.
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For extra flavor, toss tater tots in ranch seasoning before baking.