Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Embark on a flavor-packed journey south of the border with our Mexican Tater Tot Casserole! We just love Easy Casserole Dishes.

This culinary creation combines the comforting familiarity of tater tots with the bold and zesty essence of Mexican cuisine.

Picture layers of seasoned ground beef and zesty salsa all smothered in gooey melted cheese and sandwiched between golden tater tots.

It’s a fiesta of flavors in every bite, and the best part? It’s as easy to make as it is delicious.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this Mexican Tater Tot Casserole is sure to become a family favorite, bringing the spirit of Mexico right to your dinner table.

For another fun twist on Tex Mex for dinner, try these Chicken Taco Cupcakes.

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Are Casserole Dishes Oven Safe

Yes, casserole dishes are typically oven-safe.

They are designed to withstand the heat generated during baking or roasting in the oven.

However, it’s important to note that there can be variations in materials used to make casserole dishes.

Most common casserole dishes are made of ceramic, glass or certain types of stoneware, and these materials are generally safe for oven use.

To be sure about the specific oven safety of your casserole dish, you should check the manufacturer’s instructions or any labeling that came with the dish.

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This information is usually found on the bottom of the dish or in the product documentation.

It’s essential to adhere to the recommended temperature limits and guidelines provided by the manufacturer to ensure the longevity and safety of your casserole dish.

Mexican Tater Tot Casserole Ingredients

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 20-25 mins | Serving: 12 servings

To make this Mexican tater tot casserole, you’ll need the following:

Kitchen Items You’ll Need:

• 13×9 baking dish
• Frying Pan
• Measuring Cups/Spoons

Ingredients:

• frozen tater tots
• ground beef
• taco seasoning
• water
• salsa (any kind)
• shredded cheese (I used a combination of Cheddar, Colby jack and Monterey Jack cheese)

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

To prepare the Mexican Tater Tot Casserole from the provided recipe, you’ll need the following kitchen tools:

1. Measuring Cups and Spoons: For accurately measuring ingredients like spices and liquids.
2. Knife and Cutting Board: For chopping vegetables such as onions and peppers.
3. Large Skillet: To brown the ground beef and sauté vegetables.
4. Wooden Spoon: For stirring and breaking up the ground beef during cooking.
5. Colander: To drain excess fat from the cooked ground beef.
6. Mixing Bowl: For combining the cooked beef mixture with other ingredients before baking.
7. 9×13-inch Baking Dish: To assemble and bake the casserole.
8. Oven Mitts: To safely handle the hot baking dish when placing it in and removing it from the oven.

These tools will assist you in preparing the Mexican Tater Tot Casserole, ensuring a smooth cooking process and a delicious result.

How to Make Mexican Tater Tot Casserole

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Lightly coat a baking dish with non-stick spray, preferably Olive Oil.

Arrange all the tater tots in the pan and bake for ten minutes. Remove the tots from the oven and set them aside.

Brown the ground beef, drain the excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning, 1/3 cup water, and 1 cup of salsa. Mix thoroughly.

Take half of the tater tots out of the pan, leaving a single row to cover the bottom. Layer the meat mixture on top of the tots.

Sprinkle half of the cheese over the meat. Place the remaining tots on top. Finish by adding the remaining cup of cheese.

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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly, and the tots are cooked through. Enjoy your delicious Mexican Tater Tot Casserole!

Be sure to check out all of our family-friendly Mexican recipes!

More Mexican Casserole Recipes

Prepare your taste buds for a journey through the vibrant and spicy world of Mexican flavors with this collection of Mexican casserole Recipes.

• Easy Taco Bake Casserole
• Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole
• Easy Beef Enchilada Casserole
• Taco White Kidney Beans Casserole
• Apple Chicken Enchiladas Casserole
• Mexican Street Corn Beef Casserole
• Macaroni Tex Mex Casserole Recipe
• Cheesy Frito Taco Casserole
• Tex Mex Lasagna
• Enchilada Lasagna

For more spicy meals, try these Best Mexican Recipes.