How to Make Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Tots - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a delicious and easy comfort food, look no further than this Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Tots recipe. This hearty and cheesy dish is perfect for those days when you want something satisfying and indulgent without spending hours in the kitchen. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, this recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

What makes this recipe so special is the combination of tender chicken, creamy cheese, and crispy tots. The slow-...

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Ingredients

  • 5 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, diced
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch onion powder, or to taste
  • cooking spray (such as Pam®)
  • 1 ½ (32 ounce) packages frozen bite-sized potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
  • 2 (2.1 ounce) packages precooked bacon, chopped
  • 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  • Lightly spray the bottom a slow cooker with cooking spray. Layer 1/2 of the potato nuggets over the bottom. Sprinkle with 1/4 of the bacon and cover with 1/3 of the Cheddar cheese. Top with all of the chopped chicken. Add 1/3 of the cheese, another 1/4 of the bacon, and remaining potato nuggets. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
  • Mix ranch dressing mix into milk and pour over the top. Cook on High until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 hours. Garnish with remaining bacon before serving.
  • Nutrition

    527 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 85mg
    • Sodium: 1280mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 279mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 575mg