Pizza Tot Casserole
Pizza Tot Casserole is a delicious, comforting dish that combines two beloved foods: pizza and tater tots. This casserole brings together crispy tater tots, savory pizza sauce, melted cheese, and your choice of pizza toppings, all baked to perfection. It’s a great dish for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or a fun dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- ½ onion chopped
- 1 can 15 oz pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- → Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- → Toppings
- 1 bag 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pepperoni slices optional
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Brown ground meat with onion in large skillet. Drain fat. Add sauce and seasonings, simmer 2-3 minutes.
- Spread meat mixture in dish, top with half the mozzarella. Arrange tater tots in single layer on top.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Top with remaining cheese and optional pepperoni. Bake 5 more minutes until cheese melts. Optional: sprinkle with Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Can use ground turkey instead of beef
- Marinara sauce can substitute for pizza sauce
- Parmesan adds extra flavor