Chicken Bacon Crunch Casserole (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Casserole base

01 - 32 oz frozen tater tots
02 - 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
03 - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
04 - 1 can cream of chicken soup
05 - 16 oz sour cream
06 - 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
07 - 1 pound cooked chicken, chopped or shredded

→ Fresh garnish

08 - 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons reserved crumbled bacon

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Reserve 2 tablespoons of crumbled bacon for garnish.
02 - In a large bowl, mix cooked chicken, most of the crumbled bacon, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning mix, and shredded cheddar cheese until thoroughly combined.
03 - Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with a single layer of frozen tater tots.
04 - Bake in the oven for 40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
05 - Remove from the oven and garnish with reserved bacon crumbles and sliced green onions. Serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - This casserole combines creamy, crispy textures with bold, comforting flavors.
02 - Rotisserie chicken is a great option to save cooking time.
03 - You can assemble this casserole ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
04 - The casserole freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking.
05 - The crispy tater tots provide a satisfying contrast to the creamy casserole base.