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Mexican Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 400F. Place oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add minced garlic, chili powder, onion powder, coriander, cumin and All Purpose Seasoning. Stir for 30-60 seconds or until fragrant.
3
Add chicken and All Purpose Seasoning and stir until completely combined.
4
Stir in corn, black beans, tomatoes, sour cream and 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
5
Top with remaining shredded cheese, then a layer of tater tots.
6
Bake at 400F for 35-45 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pre-cook Chicken for Even Cooking 🍗Cube and pan-sear the chicken separately before adding to the casserole to ensure it's fully cooked and develops a golden crust, preventing dry or undercooked pieces in the final dish.
- Drain and Dry Ingredients Thoroughly 💧Drain black beans, corn, and Rotel tomatoes completely and pat dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture that would make the casserole soggy and dilute the flavors.
- Layer Tater Tots Strategically ✨Arrange tater tots in a single layer on top without overlapping and brush lightly with olive oil before baking to ensure maximum crispiness on all sides rather than steaming together.
- Bloom Your Spices in Oil First 🌶️Toast the cumin, chili powder, and coriander in a bit of olive oil for 30 seconds before mixing with the other ingredients to unlock their essential oils and deepen their complex flavors.
- Reserve Sour Cream for Cooling 🧊Mix sour cream with only half the cheese into the base layer, then dollop the remainder on top before baking so it doesn't break down from heat and maintains a creamy, luxurious texture.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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Smart Nutrition 
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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