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Crockpot Ranch Bacon Chicken Tater Tot BakeGenius Tweaks

Savory Crockpot Ranch Bacon Chicken Tater Tot Bake Magic

Crockpot Ranch Bacon Chicken Tater Tot Bake, a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish with creamy ranch flavors and crispy tater tots.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Base
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Main protein, tenderizes beautifully in the slow cooker.
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Provides creaminess and a flavor base; you can substitute with homemade for a healthier version.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Adds richness and tang, ensuring velvety smoothness in every bite.
  • 1 oz packet Ranch Seasoning Mix Key flavor enhancer; try a homemade mix for a fresher taste.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Delivers melty goodness; swap with Pepper Jack for a zesty twist.
  • 0.5 lbs Cooked Bacon Adds smoky crunch; consider turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • 1 bag Frozen Tater Tots Creates a crispy topping; substitute with tater rounds if desired.
For Garnish
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Green Onions Offers fresh color; you can omit or switch to chives for a different flavor.
Extras
  • Salt Enhances flavors; use to taste for the perfect seasoning balance.
  • Pepper Enhances flavors; use to taste for the perfect seasoning balance.
  • Nonstick Spray or Butter Essential for greasing the crockpot and preventing sticking.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by greasing your crockpot insert with nonstick spray or a generous pat of butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Evenly spread half of the frozen tater tots across the bottom of the greased crockpot.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch seasoning, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the creamy mixture, stirring gently to fully coat each piece. Spread the chicken mixture over the layer of tater tots.
  5. Top the chicken mixture with the remaining tater tots and sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheddar cheese over this layer.
  6. Cover your crockpot and set it to cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  7. Once finished cooking, remove the chicken pieces and shred them using two forks. Mix the shredded chicken back into the casserole.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon and chopped green onions on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh or thawed chicken for even cooking, and layer tater tots carefully to avoid sogginess. Assemble ahead and refrigerate for easy meal prep.

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