Taco Tot Hotdish

Bring bold Southwestern flair to your weeknight dinner table with this irresistibly comforting Taco Tot Hotdish! This baked casserole recipe combines seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, bell peppers, black beans, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, all smothered in creamy sour cream and gooey Mexican blend cheese. Crowned with a layer of golden, crispy tater tots, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for family meals or casual gatherings. Ready in about an hour, this hotdish offers the rich flavors of tacos in a fun and hearty one-pan meal that’s easy to prepare and serve. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and serve it piping hot—your taste buds will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 medium, diced bell pepper (any color)
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 32 oz frozen tater tots
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil or butter. Cook diced onion and bell pepper for about 5 minutes until soft.

Step 3

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), frozen corn, and black beans. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Turn off the heat and stir in the sour cream and 1 cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese until well combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the mixture.

Step 8

Bake the hotdish in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then, remove it from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the tater tots.

Step 9

Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tater tots are crispy golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2891.4 grams (2891.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4787

Total Fat 304.30g	390%
Saturated Fat 120.70g	604%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.90g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 9397mg	409%
Total Carbohydrate 376.50g	137%
Dietary Fiber 54.30g	194%
Total Sugars 47.50g
Protein 178.00g	356%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2292mg	176%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 5914mg	126%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 30.4%