Ingredients
1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup sour cream (for garnish)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Spread tater tots evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
3. While tots bake, toss shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a medium bowl.
4. Remove tots from oven. Top evenly with BBQ chicken, cheddar, mozzarella, and red onions.
5. Return to oven for 5–7 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.
6. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with jalapeños, cilantro, and green onions.
7. Drizzle sour cream over the top or serve on the side.
8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Adjust toppings to your preference—try adding black beans, corn, or avocado.
To make ahead, prep BBQ chicken mixture and toppings. Assemble just before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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