Description
Buffalo Chicken Totchos are a spicy, cheesy twist on classic tater tots, layered with shredded buffalo chicken, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and tangy blue cheese crumbles. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or game day snack, this easy-to-make dish combines crispy tots with flavorful buffalo sauce and creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Tater tots
- 2 Cups Shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 Cup Hot sauce (plus more for drizzle)
- 1/4 Cup Ranch or blue cheese dressing (plus more for drizzle)
- 2 Cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 Cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 Cup Sliced green onion
Instructions
- Cook Tater Tots: Prepare the tater tots according to the package directions until golden and crispy, either by baking or air frying, then set aside.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the hot sauce and ranch or blue cheese dressing, mixing well to create the buffalo dressing base.
- Mix Chicken and Sauce: Toss the shredded cooked chicken breast with the hot sauce mixture until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Layer Tots and Chicken: Remove cooked tots from the oven and place half of them on a 9x13-inch baking sheet or an oven-safe skillet as the first layer.
- Add Toppings: Spread half of the buffalo chicken mixture over the tots, then sprinkle with half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layering with remaining tots, chicken, and cheese, ending with the cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake the assembled dish at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Add Final Touches: Remove from oven and drizzle additional hot sauce and ranch or blue cheese dressing over the top. Sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese and sliced green onions for garnish.
- Serve: Serve the Buffalo Chicken Totchos hot for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, cook tater tots on a wire rack in the oven or use an air fryer.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to suit your desired spice level.
- This dish can be made with leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a tangier flavor.
- Use oven-safe skillet for less cleanup and to serve directly from the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American