Save to Pinterest A comforting twist on the classic chicken pot pie, topped with crispy tater tots instead of pastry. Budget-friendly, hearty, and perfect for family dinners.
The first time I tried making this tater tot chicken pot pie, my family loved the crunchy topping and creamy filling. It quickly became a weeknight favorite, especially for busy evenings.
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Ingredients
- Cooked chicken: 2 cups shredded or diced (rotisserie or leftover chicken works well)
- Frozen mixed vegetables: 1 ½ cups (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
- Onion: 1 small, diced
- Unsalted butter: 2 tablespoons
- All-purpose flour: 2 tablespoons
- Low-sodium chicken broth: 1 ½ cups
- Milk: ½ cup (any type)
- Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
- Dried thyme: ½ teaspoon
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
- Frozen tater tots: 1 (28-ounce) bag
- Shredded cheddar cheese: ½ cup (optional, for topping)
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Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook onions:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Make roux:
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Thicken sauce:
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add flavor:
- Add garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in mixed vegetables and chicken. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer filling:
- Move filling to a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Add tater tots:
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the filling.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until tater tots are golden and crispy. If desired, add cheddar cheese over tots during last 5 minutes.
- Rest and serve:
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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We often make this dish after busy school nights—my kids help add the tater tots on top which turns dinner into a fun family activity.
Required Tools
Large skillet, whisk, 9x13-inch baking dish, oven
Allergen Information
Contains milk and wheat (gluten). Tater tot brands may include soy. Cheese can contain egg. Always read labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each serving: 390 calories, 18 g total fat, 36 g carbohydrates, 19 g protein
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Save to Pinterest This dish is perfect for gatherings and can be easily doubled for larger crowds. Make it ahead and reheat for quick weeknight dinners.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other proteins instead of chicken?
Yes, turkey or ham can be substituted to vary the flavors while maintaining a hearty texture.
- → What vegetables work best in this dish?
Frozen mixed vegetables like peas, carrots, corn, and green beans add flavor and nutrition, but fresh or canned veggies can be used as well.
- → How do I ensure the sauce thickens properly?
Cook the flour with butter before adding broth and milk, then simmer while whisking until the sauce thickens smoothly.
- → Can I add cheese to the topping?
Yes, sprinkling shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots during the last few minutes of baking adds extra richness and flavor.
- → What's the best way to get crispy tater tots?
Bake the tots in a single layer at 400°F until golden and crunchy, avoiding overcrowding for even crispiness.
- → Are there any suggested seasoning enhancements?
A pinch of paprika or additional herbs can enhance the flavor profile to your liking.
