Hamdi Saidani Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is made with frozen potato tots, chicken breasts, celery, garlic, green onions, cayenne hot sauce, pepper jack cheese, and Blue Cheese Ranch. It’s a spicy and cheesy dish that takes about 1 hour to make and serves 6 people.
Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen potato tots (approximately 4 cups)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced (leaves reserved for garnish)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (half reserved for garnish)
- 3/4 cup cayenne hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot), adjust to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- Blue Cheese Ranch
Blue Cheese Ranch:
- 2 cups ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
How To Make Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
- Prepare the Potato Tots: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, toss the frozen potato tots with chili powder and cumin until evenly coated. Arrange the seasoned tots on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 35 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: While the tots are baking, heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt the butter, then add the chicken pieces seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, then add the celery, garlic, and half of the green onions. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the hot sauce and allow to simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
- Combine and Broil: Once the tots are crisp, remove them from the oven and switch the oven setting to broil. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the tots, then top with the chicken mixture and the remaining cheese. Return to the oven and broil until the cheese is melted and begins to brown about 3 minutes.
- Prepare Blue Cheese Ranch: While the casserole is broiling, mix the ranch dressing and blue cheese crumbles in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the casserole from the oven. Drizzle with Blue Cheese Ranch and any remaining hot sauce mixture from the skillet. Garnish with reserved celery leaves and green onions. Serve hot directly from the baking sheet for a rustic presentation, or transfer to a serving dish as preferred.
Recipe Tips
- Hot Sauce: Use less hot sauce at first. You can add more if you want it spicier. This way, the casserole won’t be too hot for everyone.
- Make Dressing Early: You can make the Blue Cheese Ranch dressing before you start cooking. Keep it in the fridge. This saves time and tastes better.
- Crispy Tots: Make sure the potato tots get crispy in the oven before you add anything else. This stops them from getting soft later.
- Cut Chicken Well: Cut all the chicken pieces the same size so they cook evenly. This way, none of the pieces will be too hard or too soft.
What To Serve With Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole goes well with coleslaw, salad, garlic bread, and ranch dip. It’s also great with steamed veggies, cornbread, onion rings, and extra ranch dressing for a tasty meal.
How To Store Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
- Refrigerate: Cool the casserole completely, then cover it with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. It can stay in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Freeze: For longer storage, wrap it tightly with aluminum foil and then place it in a freezer bag or container. It freezes well for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
How To Reheat Leftover Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
- In The Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C), cover the casserole with foil, and heat for 15-20 minutes until hot.
- In The Microwave: Put a portion in a microwave-safe dish, cover loosely, and heat for 2-3 minutes on high, stirring halfway.
- In The Air Fryer: Preheat to 350°F (175°C), transfer to a container, and heat for 5-10 minutes, checking halfway.
Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings
- Calories: 707
- Total Fat: 55 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Dietary Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 132 mg
- Sodium: 1142 mg
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Chicken Parmesan Casserole
- Pioneer Woman Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole
- Pioneer Woman Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Pioneer Woman Chicken Dorito Casserole
- Pioneer Woman King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
Description
Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is made with frozen potato tots, chicken breasts, celery, garlic, green onions, cayenne hot sauce, pepper jack cheese, and Blue Cheese Ranch. It’s a spicy and cheesy dish that takes about 1 hour to make and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
Blue Cheese Ranch:
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato Tots: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, toss the frozen potato tots with chili powder and cumin until evenly coated. Arrange the seasoned tots on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 35 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: While the tots are baking, heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Melt the butter, then add the chicken pieces seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, then add the celery, garlic, and half of the green onions. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the hot sauce and allow to simmer until slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
- Combine and Broil: Once the tots are crisp, remove them from the oven and switch the oven setting to broil. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the tots, then top with the chicken mixture and the remaining cheese. Return to the oven and broil until the cheese is melted and begins to brown about 3 minutes.
- Prepare Blue Cheese Ranch: While the casserole is broiling, mix the ranch dressing and blue cheese crumbles in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the casserole from the oven. Drizzle with Blue Cheese Ranch and any remaining hot sauce mixture from the skillet. Garnish with reserved celery leaves and green onions. Serve hot directly from the baking sheet for a rustic presentation, or transfer to a serving dish as preferred.
Notes
- Hot Sauce: Use less hot sauce at first. You can add more if you want it spicier. This way, the casserole won’t be too hot for everyone.
- Make Dressing Early: You can make the Blue Cheese Ranch dressing before you start cooking. Keep it in the fridge. This saves time and tastes better.
- Crispy Tots: Make sure the potato tots get crispy in the oven before you add anything else. This stops them from getting soft later.
- Cut Chicken Well: Cut all the chicken pieces the same size so they cook evenly. This way, none of the pieces will be too hard or too soft.
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