Description
These Cheeseburger Tater Tot Nachos combine crispy baked tater tots topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and classic cheeseburger toppings for a fun, crowd-pleasing appetizer or game day snack. Perfectly seasoned and loaded with fresh garnishes, this recipe brings cheeseburger flavors to a shareable, easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Tater Tots
- 1 (32-ounce) bag frozen tater tots
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced pickles
- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and bake tater tots: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake according to the package instructions, about 25 minutes, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Cook and season the ground beef: While the tots are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease. Season the beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in the ketchup and yellow mustard to combine well.
- Assemble the nachos: Remove the tater tots from the oven and transfer them to a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, spreading them evenly. Spoon the seasoned beef over the tater tots in an even layer, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Melt the cheese: Return the assembled dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese has melted fully and is bubbling.
- Add fresh toppings and serve: Remove the dish from the oven and immediately top with diced red onions, pickles, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and drizzle with sour cream. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter or vegetarian option.
- Add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy variation.
- Customize with your favorite burger toppings like bacon bits, avocado, or extra cheese.
