Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole turns all the classic flavors of a loaded cheeseburger into an easy, comforting slow cooker meal.

Savory ground turkey, crispy bacon, melty cheddar cheese, and a creamy, seasoned sauce cook together beneath a layer of golden tater tots for a dish that’s hearty and satisfying.

Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, this bacon cheeseburger Casserole Dish delivers big comfort-food flavor with minimal prep and maximum payoff.

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Why You’ll Love This Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

This bacon cheeseburger casserole turns classic burger flavors into a cozy, slow cooker meal that’s hearty, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying.

• All the cheeseburger flavor: Ground turkey, bacon, cheddar cheese, and Worcestershire sauce recreate that familiar, savory cheeseburger taste.
• Slow cooker convenience: Simple stovetop prep followed by hands-off cooking makes this recipe easy to manage on busy days.
• Creamy and comforting: A rich, cheesy sauce paired with sour cream creates a smooth, indulgent texture throughout the casserole.
• Crispy-topped finish: Golden tater tots on top add the perfect crunch to balance the creamy filling underneath.

This bacon cheeseburger casserole is an easy, family-friendly comfort dish that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

This recipe was adapted from Julie’s Eats and Treats.

What To Serve With Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

This hearty, savory casserole pairs best with lighter sides and fresh flavors that balance its rich, cheesy, and smoky taste:

• Simple green salad: Crisp lettuce with a tangy vinaigrette cuts through the richness of the bacon and cheese.
• Coleslaw: A crunchy, slightly tangy slaw adds freshness and texture.
• Pickles or pickled vegetables: Their acidity balances the creamy, savory flavors.
• Fresh fruit salad: A light, sweet option that contrasts nicely with the salty casserole.
• Iced tea or lemonade: Refreshing drinks keep the meal from feeling too heavy.

These pairings make bacon cheeseburger casserole a satisfying yet well-rounded choice for easy family dinners or casual gatherings.

Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

This slow cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole combines savory ground turkey, crispy bacon, creamy cheese sauce, and golden tater tots for a hearty, family-friendly comfort meal with classic cheeseburger flavor.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 3–3 1/2 hours
Total time: 3 hours 15 minutes – 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 5

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

For Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole in the slow cooker, you’ll need the following kitchen tools:

• Large skillet: to brown the ground turkey, bacon, onion, and garlic
• Spatula or wooden spoon: to stir the meat mixture and incorporate flour and liquids
• Measuring cups and spoons: to measure milk, flour, sauces, and seasonings accurately
• Cutting board: to dice onion and bacon and mince garlic
• Chef’s knife: to prep onion, bacon, and garlic
• Slow cooker: to layer and cook the casserole until hot and bubbly
• Mixing spoon: to stir in cheese, vegetables, and sour cream
• Oven mitts: to safely handle the hot slow cooker insert

These tools make it easy to assemble a hearty, cheesy bacon cheeseburger casserole with perfectly cooked tater tots every time.

Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe

These ingredients come together to make a hearty bacon cheeseburger casserole with savory turkey, crispy bacon, melty cheese and golden tater tots.

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 5 bacon strips, diced
• 1/2 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 dash hot sauce
• 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, plus additional for topping (optional), divided
• 1 bag (6-8 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• nonstick cooking spray
• 1 bag (16 ounces) frozen tater tots
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste

How to Make Cheeseburger Casserole

Brown the ground turkey, bacon, onion and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until the turkey is no longer pink.

Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir to combine, then add milk, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce and cook 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese, frozen vegetables and sour cream.

Spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray, layer some tater tots on the bottom, pour the meat mixture over them, then arrange the remaining tater tots on top.

Cover and cook on low for 3–3½ hours, adding extra cheddar cheese during the last 10 minutes if desired, then cover and finish cooking.

Oven Option

If you’d prefer to bake this in your oven, follow the original instructions until you place the ingredients in a crockpot.

Instead, heat oven to 400°F and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.

Arrange a layer of tater tots in a prepared baking dish, spread the meat mixture evenly over the tots, then top with the remaining tater tots.

Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until the tots turn golden and crispy.

Sprinkle extra cheddar cheese over the top during the last 5–10 minutes of baking, then return to the oven until melted.

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