From Skillets to Casseroles: 10 Tater Tot Recipes to Try

Crispy, golden, and endlessly versatile, tater tots are the ultimate comfort food that can transform any meal into something extraordinary. Whether baked into casseroles, piled high with toppings, or reimagined in creative ways, these recipes prove that tater tots are far more than just a side dish. Dive into this collection and discover bold flavors, satisfying textures, and plenty of inspiration to make these potato bites the star of your table.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Tater Tots

A plate full of sweet potato tater tots with dip. — Air Fryer Sweet Potato Tater Tots. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

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Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these sweet potato tater tots are a healthier twist on a classic snack. Made in the air fryer, they’re quick, easy, and full of natural sweetness.
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Easy Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole

A casserole dish filled with tater tots, ground beef, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, onions, and pickles, with a serving spoon on the side. — Easy Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

A fun and flavorful casserole inspired by the iconic burger, featuring layers of ground beef, cheese, pickles, and crispy tater tots. Topped with a tangy special sauce, it’s a crowd-pleaser.
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Extra Crispy Tater Tots Croquettes

Extra Crispy Keto Tater Tots Croquettes inside white bowl. — Extra Crispy Tater Tots Croquettes. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Golden and crunchy, these croquettes are made with seasoned potatoes and fried to perfection. Each bite is packed with flavor and a satisfying crunch.
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Homemade Tater Tots

Freshly made from scratch, these tater tots are crispy, golden, and full of potato goodness. Perfectly seasoned, they’re a step above the store-bought version.
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Loaded Tater Tots Recipe

Crispy tater tots topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, and green onions. This indulgent dish is packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures.
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Shepards Pie With Tater Tots

A plate of shepherds pie topped with melted cheese, showing layers of ground meat, peas, and carrots. Near the plate are a fork, garlic, onion, and a striped napkin. — Shepards Pie With Tater Tots. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

A creative twist on the classic dish, featuring a savory meat and vegetable filling topped with crispy tater tots instead of mashed potatoes. This version adds a fun and crunchy layer to a comforting favorite.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Cheesy potato casserole topped with crispy bacon and chopped green onions in a black dish. — Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

A creamy and flavorful casserole made with tender chicken, cheese, and tater tots, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. This dish is easy to prepare and full of comforting flavors.
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Tater tot breakfast casserole

Breakfast casserole with veggies and tator tots in a casserole dish. — Tater tot breakfast casserole. Photo credit: Call me PMc.

A hearty breakfast bake featuring layers of eggs, cheese, sausage, and crispy tater tots. This dish is perfect for starting the day with a warm and satisfying meal.
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Tater Totchos

A pan full of tater tot nachos. — Tater Totchos. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A fun twist on nachos, featuring crispy tater tots topped with melted cheese, seasoned meat, and your favorite toppings. This dish is bold, flavorful, and endlessly customizable.
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Totchos Loaded Tater Tot Nachos

A tray of loaded tater tots topped with diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped green onions, bacon bits, and drizzled with melted cheese and sauce. — Totchos Loaded Tater Tot Nachos. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Crispy tater tots serve as the base for this loaded dish, piled high with cheese, meat, sour cream, and fresh toppings. It’s a satisfying and indulgent take on traditional nachos.
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