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Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole - Easy Ground Beef Dinner Recipes

Alright, let’s be real—some nights, cooking feels like solving a Rubik’s cube while blindfolded 🤯. That’s when this cheesy, beefy, ridiculously comforting Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole saves the day 🍔🧀. We’re talking golden tater tots, seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar, and that nostalgic cheeseburger flavor that hits you right in the feels. I’ve made this when the fridge looked empty, the day felt 38 hours long, and I still wanted something that’d get the whole table quiet for at least 15 minutes—because they’re too busy scarfing down dinner 😄. No judgment if you sneak a few tots before they make it to the baking dish (been there). This one’s perfect for picky eaters, lazy weekends, or when you're feeding a small army but don’t feel like breaking a sweat. Toss it together, throw it in the oven, and boom—comfort food, no stress 💥.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheesy ground beef, easy casserole recipes, easy dinner recipes with ground beef, easy ground beef dinner recipes tater tot casserole, easy tater tot casserole, ground beef casserole, hamburger casserole
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup frozen corn (optional but fun)
  • 1 can condensed cheddar cheese soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots (32 oz)
  • Pickles or ketchup for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the meat is browned and the onions are soft. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the corn, cheddar cheese soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. Layer the tater tots over the beef mixture, covering it completely like a potato blanket.
  6. Bake uncovered for about 35–40 minutes or until the tots are crispy and golden.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until it’s all melty and bubbly.
  8. Let it cool slightly before serving with pickles or a squirt of ketchup for that full cheeseburger vibe.