A hearty skillet meal made with shredded chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, creamy ranch, crispy tater tots, and melty cheddar cheese. Simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2½ cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup barbecue sauce
⅓ cup ranch dressing or 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
½ cup sour cream or cream cheese
1 small onion, diced (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (28 oz) bag frozen tater tots
Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
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If using, sauté onion and garlic in a greased oven-safe skillet for 3–4 minutes.
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Stir in chicken, barbecue sauce, ranch, and sour cream. Heat through.
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Add 1 cup of shredded cheese and stir until melted.
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Arrange frozen tater tots evenly over the top.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes until tots are crispy and filling is bubbling.
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Sprinkle remaining cheese on top during the final 5 minutes, if desired.
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Let cool slightly, garnish, and serve warm.