Mexican Tater Tot Casserole
A delightful twist on the classic tater tot casserole, blending savory Mexican flavors with ground beef, beans, corn, and cheese for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Choose beef with around 80% lean for best flavor.
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Use freshly shredded for better melting.
- 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
Garnish and Serving
- to taste Chopped fresh cilantro For garnish.
- to taste Sour cream For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Return the skillet to heat and sprinkle the taco seasoning, followed by the diced green chilies, black beans, corn, and enchilada sauce. Stir and let simmer for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in 2 cups of cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the greased baking dish. Arrange the tater tots over the beef mixture.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm with sour cream on the side.
Notes
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before slicing to make serving easier. Pair with a refreshing salad or tortilla chips.