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close up picture of beef, bean, and hot dog mixture with cheesy tator tots on top in baking dish

Chili Cheese Dog Tater Tot Casserole

Lauren Bliss
This one-pan dinner is loaded with hearty beef chili, sliced hot dogs, crispy tater tots, and melty American cheese. It’s the perfect comfort food casserole that kids and adults will both devour!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 9x13 baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef browned and drained
  • 3 cans chili beans only 1 drained
  • 1 8-count package of hot dogs, sliced
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 8 slices American cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large pot, combine browned ground beef, chili beans, and sliced hot dogs. Cook over medium heat until heated through.
  • Pour the mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Arrange tater tots in neat rows over the top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes until the tater tots are crispy.
  • Remove from oven and lay cheese slices over the tater tots.
  • Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Storage & Reheating
  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze in a freezer-safe dish for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. 
Keyword family friendly, gluten free, kid approved