Ultimate Cowboy Casserole with Tater Tots Recipe
This hearty cowboy casserole combines ground beef or turkey with black beans, corn, and creamy mushroom soup, topped with crispy tater tots and cheddar cheese. It's a comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
Servings 6
Calories 450kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 bag 32 oz frozen tater tots
- ½ cup sour cream optional, for serving
- Freshly chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in black beans, corn, cream of mushroom soup, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, serve with sour cream and garnish with green onions or cilantro.
Notes
Serve with sour cream and green onions for added flavor.