{"id":343,"date":"2025-01-28T14:47:30","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T06:47:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artoz.xyz\/index.php\/2025\/01\/28\/taco-tater-tot-casserole-with-ground-beef\/"},"modified":"2025-01-28T14:47:30","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T06:47:30","slug":"taco-tater-tot-casserole-with-ground-beef","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artoz.xyz\/index.php\/2025\/01\/28\/taco-tater-tot-casserole-with-ground-beef\/","title":{"rendered":"Taco Tater Tot Casserole (With Ground Beef!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n<\/p>\n

\n
\"Close-up<\/div>\n
\"A\"A<\/div>\n
\"Taco\"Taco<\/div>\n

<\/p>\n

Everyone loves tater tots AND tacos, this casserole combines the best of both worlds! It\u2019s quick to prep, naturally gluten-free, and a total crowd-pleaser for family dinners.<\/p>\n

\"A\"A<\/figure>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

Why We Love This Cheesy Taco Tater Tot Casserole Recipe<\/h2>\n

My daughter came in when I was writing this and she yelled over my shoulder \u201cbecause everyone loves tater tots\u2026 AND tacos too.\u201d Which sounded like a pretty solid reason to me too! Other then having your kid on your side for dinner, here are a few more reasons to love this recipe.<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Easy And Quick To Prep <\/strong>\u2013 I love a good low prep dinner, and this one comes together fast. We also like to pull out some chips alongside our forks to scoop and add extra crunch!<\/li>\n
  • Prep Ahead<\/strong> \u2013 You can prep the meat mixture ahead of time, and then just add the tater tots when you pop it in the oven. This can help on busy nights when you just need something fast, filling and tasty. Then you just add the toppings at the table and dinner is served!<\/li>\n
  • Naturally Gluten Free<\/strong> \u2013 This recipe is naturally gluten free as all the ingredients are gluten free without purchasing specialty items. I like to say it\u2019s accidently gluten free, as your family who isn\u2019t gluten free won\u2019t even notice there is no gluten. Always make sure to check your specific ingredients carefully as gluten can sometimes show up unexpectedly. It\u2019s best to ask someone with a gluten intolerance before serving them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Ingredients For Taco Tater Tot Casserole<\/h2>\n
    \"Ingredients\"Ingredients<\/figure>\n
      \n
    • lean ground beef<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • taco seasoning<\/strong> can use your favorite from a jar or a 1 ounce packet<\/li>\n
    • black beans<\/strong>\u00a0canned, drained and rinsed well<\/li>\n
    • corn\u00a0<\/strong>frozen, but could use canned if drained well or fresh<\/li>\n
    • mild salsa<\/strong> \u2013 you can use your favorite jarred salsa. You can also swap some rotel, or even enchilada sauce.<\/li>\n
    • cheddar cheese\u00a0<\/strong>divided, shredded cheese<\/li>\n
    • frozen tater tots<\/strong> \u2013 you could also use the hashbrown patties across the top of the casserole<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Optional Toppings For Serving<\/h4>\n
        \n
      • shredded lettuce<\/strong> (or some chopped cilantro is also delicious)<\/li>\n
      • diced tomatoes<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • sliced black olives<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • sour cream<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        You can also add your favorite taco toppings.<\/p>\n

        How To Make Taco Tater Tot Casserole<\/h2>\n
          \n
        1. Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. Spray a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish with cooking spray.<\/li>\n
        2. Place a large skillet over medium heat. I\u2019ve used a cast iron skillet but you can use any large skillet. Add the ground beef until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks.<\/li>\n
        3. Drain any excess fat from the pan. Add the taco seasoning mix, black beans, corn, salsa, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese to the meat mixture, stirring well until heated through. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
          \n
          \"A\"A<\/figure>\n
          \"A\"A<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n
            \n
          1. Transfer the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly over the bottom of the pan.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
            \"A\"A<\/figure>\n
              \n
            1. Set the frozen tater tots in a single layer in rows over the beef mixture, covering it completely.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
              \n
              \"A\"A<\/figure>\n
              \"A\"A<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n
                \n
              1. Place the casserole in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tater tots are crispy brown. Remove the casserole from the oven, then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots on top. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
                \"A\"A<\/figure>\n
                  \n
                1. Remove the casserole from the oven. Allow it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with extra toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
                  \"A\"A<\/figure>\n

                  Variation Ideas For Taco Tater Tot Casserole<\/h2>\n

                  Try Other Ground Meats<\/strong> \u2013 You can absolutely swap out ground turkey or even ground chicken for the ground beef in this recipe and it will be delicious. You could use chorizo, though I recommend doing half chorizo and half another meat as chorizo will be a little bit more oily.<\/p>\n

                  Swap Out The Beans<\/strong> \u2013 Try pinto beans, kidney beans or even a white cannellini beans are all great options. You can use refried beans but I recommend adding refried beans as a layer under the ground beef mixture, more like my seven layer taco dip but with only a few less layers.<\/p>\n

                  Or Leave The Beans Out <\/strong>\u2013 Not a fan of beans? You can leave them out entirely if you prefer. You may want to add a little more corn or even a little more ground beef, or you can just have slightly less casserole.<\/p>\n

                  Add Other Vegetables<\/strong>\u2013 You can actually add quite a few types of vegetables in with the meat mixture. Vegetables like bell pepper, onion, tomatoes or even zucchini if sauteed well can be added to the meat mixture. You can also add other vegetable toppings like shredded cabbage, pickled onions, radish, diced avocado or green onion.<\/p>\n

                  \"A\"A<\/figure>\n

                  How Long Will Taco Tater Tot Casserole Last?<\/h2>\n

                  Leftovers of this casserole will last about three days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also place the whole casserole dish in the fridge if you close it tightly with a lid or saran wrap. <\/p>\n

                  Leftovers can be reheated in the oven, usually about 20-25 minutes if you are reheating the whole pan again. You can also place individual portions in bowls to reheat in the microwave.<\/p>\n

                  \n
                  \n
                  \n

                  More Recipes You\u2019ll Love<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
                  \n
                  \n
                  \n
                  \n
                  \"A\"A<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
                  \n \"Recipe\"\"Recipe\"
                  \n<\/lineargradient><\/defs><\/lineargradient><\/defs><\/lineargradient><\/defs><\/svg><\/p>\n

                  Taco Tater Tot Casserole<\/h2>\n

                  <\/p>\n

                  \n

                  Prep Time <\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Cook Time <\/span>33 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Cooling Time <\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

                  Total Time <\/span>43 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

                  \n

                  Taco night just got better with this cheesy Taco Tater Tot Casserole! A fun, quick-prep dinner that\u2019s full of flavor and perfect for family dinners or potlucks.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

                  \n

                  \n
                  \n

                  Optional Toppings For Serving<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
                  \n
                  \n
                    \n
                  • \n

                    Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. Spray a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish with cooking spray.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • \n

                    Place a large skillet over medium heat. I’ve used a cast iron skillet but you can use any large skillet. Add the ground beef until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • \n

                    Drain any excess fat from the pan. Add the taco seasoning mix, black beans, corn, salsa, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese to the meat mixture, stirring well until heated through. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • \n

                    Transfer the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly over the bottom of the pan.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • \n

                    Set the frozen tater tots in a single layer in rows over the beef mixture, covering it completely.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • \n

                    Place the casserole in the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tater tots are crispy brown. Remove the casserole from the oven, then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

                  • \n

                    Remove the casserole from the oven. Allow it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with extra toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

                    Calories: <\/span>405<\/span>kcal<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Carbohydrates: <\/span>45<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Protein: <\/span>22<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Fat: <\/span>16<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Saturated Fat: <\/span>6<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span>3<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span>5<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Trans Fat: <\/span>0.1<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Cholesterol: <\/span>42<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Sodium: <\/span>571<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Potassium: <\/span>923<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Fiber: <\/span>8<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Sugar: <\/span>2<\/span>g<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Vitamin A: <\/span>286<\/span>IU<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Vitamin C: <\/span>8<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Calcium: <\/span>197<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span> | <\/span>Iron: <\/span>3<\/span>mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

                    \n

                    Did You Make This?<\/h4>\n

                    I would love to see it! Share your thoughts with me in the comments below!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n