Description
Cheeseburger Tater Tot Nachos combine crispy baked tater tots with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and classic cheeseburger toppings like pickles, tomatoes, onion, ketchup, and mustard. This fun and flavorful dish makes for a perfect appetizer or casual meal that’s easy to prepare in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh Toppings
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup pickles, sliced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped lettuce (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
Condiments
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mustard
Instructions
- Preheat and Bake Tater Tots: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the frozen tater tots evenly on a baking sheet and bake according to package instructions, typically about 20–25 minutes, until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Cook the Ground Beef: While the tater tots bake, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning with a splash of water. Let the beef simmer for 5 minutes to develop flavor. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Meat on Tater Tots: Remove the crispy tater tots from the oven. Evenly spread the cooked, seasoned ground beef over the tater tots on the baking sheet.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle both shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the beef-topped tater tots. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Add Fresh Toppings and Condiments: Remove the cheesy tater tots from the oven and immediately top with sliced pickles, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, ketchup, and mustard. Add optional toppings like lettuce and jalapeños if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Cheeseburger Tater Tot Nachos hot and fresh for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This dish can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
- Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- Consider using gluten-free taco seasoning if needed.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to keep tater tots crispy.
