Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients

• 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
• 4 cooked, shredded chicken breasts
• 32 oz. frozen tater tots
• ½ cup ranch dressing
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1 Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
2 Cook Bacon: If using raw, cook until crispy and chop.
3 Make Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Remove from heat and mix in ranch dressing, salt, and pepper.
4 Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix chicken, bacon, and half of the cheese. Pour in the ranch sauce and stir.
5 Layer Tater Tots: In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread tater tots, then top with chicken mixture.
6 Add Cheese: Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
7 Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
8 Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
9 Enjoy!