Easy Crock Pot Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole
This easy crock pot casserole combines tender chicken, smoky bacon, creamy cheeses, and crispy tater tots for an irresistible comfort meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 32 ounce Frozen tater tots crowning glory at the end
- 1.5 pounds Boneless skinless chicken breast cut into cubes
- 6 slices Thick cut bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
- 8 ounce Cream cheese room temperature
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese shredded, sharp cheddar preferred
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried dill
- 0.25 cup Diced green onion
- 0.33 cup Milk for moisture and pop at the end
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Spray your crock pot inside with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place cubed chicken breast at the bottom of the pot, spreading it out evenly.
- Add dollops of cream cheese all over the chicken to keep it juicy and flavorful.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried dill, salt, and pepper evenly on top.
- Cover the lid and set the slow cooker on low for around 4 hours to cook the chicken.
- When cooked through, shred the chicken with two forks inside the pot and mix in the cream cheese and seasonings.
- Stir in crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Spread frozen tater tots evenly on top.
- Cover and set the cooker to high. Cook for 1 to 2 hours until tater tots are crispy and golden.
- Sprinkle diced green onions on top before serving for a fresh finish.
Notes
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or freeze portions for later. Reheat gently to preserve moisture and crispiness. You can also reheat in the pressure cooker using steam setting with quick release.