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Tots with Chili and Cheese Recipe

American · Main course · 35 min total

A crowd-pleasing comfort food featuring crispy tater tots smothered in a hearty beef chili and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for game day or a quick dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb frozen tater tots
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salt; cook 1 minute.
4. Add diced tomatoes and kidney beans. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Divide hot tater tots among serving plates or a platter. Spoon chili over tots and top with shredded cheese. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño with the onion.
• Substitute ground turkey or vegetarian crumbles for a lighter version.
• Leftover chili can be stored separately and reheated.
• Serve with sour cream and sliced green onions on top.

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