Description
Cheeseburger Totchos combine crispy tater tots with savory ground beef, melty American cheese, tangy hamburger sauce, fresh pickles, and lettuce for a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer that gives you the taste of a cheeseburger in every bite. This easy, 20-minute baked dish is perfect for game day, parties, or a fun family meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pound bag of frozen tater tots, cooked
- 1 pound ground beef, cooked
- 5 slices American cheese
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Toppings
- 1/2 cup hamburger sauce (secret sauce, such as Hidden Valley, Great Value, or Chik Fil A sauce)
- 1/2 cup sliced pickles
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to broil on high. This will allow the cheese to melt quickly and give your totchos a bubbly, golden finish.
- Assemble the Base: Spread the cooked tater tots evenly on a 9×13-inch baking sheet. Then, sprinkle the cooked ground beef over the tots and lay the slices of American cheese evenly on top.
- Broil the Totchos: Place the assembled totchos under the broiler for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly bubbling. Keep a close eye on them to prevent any burning.
- Add Toppings: Remove the baking sheet from the oven carefully. Drizzle or dollop the hamburger sauce over the hot, cheesy totchos, then top with sliced pickles and shredded lettuce for freshness and crunch.
- Serve: Portion out the totchos while they’re hot and enjoy immediately as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter or vegetarian version.
- Add diced tomatoes, onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- Serve immediately to keep the tots crispy; the dish doesn’t reheat well once assembled with toppings.
- For extra cheesiness, add shredded cheddar with the American cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
