This easy Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole recipe is an easy comfort food idea that can be made in about a half hour.
Made with frozen potato tots and ground beef, this layered casserole is the perfect blend of rich and savory flavors and textures, making it perfect for about any time of the day.
What you will read about in this recipe.
- What is tater tot casserole?
- Why we love air fryer tater tot casserole with ground beef.
- Ingredients needed to make easy tater tot casserole.
- Tips for making the best air fryer tater tot casserole.
- How to make Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole.
- How to store Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole
- Print the recipe for Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole
What is tater tot casserole?
Tater tot casserole is a (Midwest) favorite comfort food made with seasoned ground beef topped with tater tots and seasonings.
I like how easy it is to make this recipe in an air fryer!
Have you tried my Homemade Taco Seasoning?
That homemade seasoning is super easy to make and is full of the same flavors that you would expect from the expensive store bought versions. You can use that taco seasoning to flavor your ground beef in this recipe to make your casserole even tastier.
To make this recipe you will need an air fryer safe round cake pan that can also fit into your air fryer (not a bad idea to have one on hand!). You can find a selection of round cake pans for air fryers here.
Why we love air fryer tater tot casserole with ground beef.
This casserole recipe features everything you would want from a comfort food. Making it in an air fryer makes it even more easy to make.
Here is what else we like about this recipe.
- The ingredients needed to make this recipe are simple and basic ingredients that you may already have on hand.
- Tater tot casserole can be served any time of the day- from breakfast to an evening snack.
- Crispy tater tots layered with a creamy sauce, and seasoned meat is both filling and satisfying.
- Personalizing this recipe is as easy as using an alternative to meat or adding corn to your casserole.
- This recipe is relatively inexpensive to make.
- Kids and adults seem to like this tasty dish.
Ingredients needed to make easy tater tot casserole.
- Ground Beef. You will need to pre-cook your ground beef before adding it to the air fryer as cooking it with the tater tots will make them greasy and not appetizing.
- Seasonings- For seasoning your beef. This can include salt, pepper, and paprika or the seasoning of your choice.
- Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
The perfect 'hack' ingredients for making this casserole moist and creamy while adding a bit of flavor. - Tater Tots. Simple frozen tater tots. The amount that you will need depends on the size of the tots and the size of your air fryer. 76 tots were used to make my casserole.
- Cheese. Shredded cheddar cheese was used in my casserole as it adds a bit of color and a nice flavor touch.
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Tips for making the best air fryer tater tot casserole.
Ground beef was pre-cooked and seasoned before adding it to this casserole. Alternatives to using ground beef include (precooked) sausage, bacon, chorizo, chili, or a vegan ground beef alternative (you can crumble up a vegan burger or two).
More helpful tips for you.
- This recipe works best when the tots are frozen as this will help them keep their structure while air frying.
- When selecting a pan to make the casserole in, use one that can easily fit into your air fryer, is air fryer safe, and is well prepped.
- What else can I add to my casserole? As long as it fits (without overflowing the pan), I like corn, beans or even some sliced onions.
- Does it have to be Cream of Mushroom Soup ? As long as it is condensed, any flavor soup, even low sodium, can work.
- Do you have to use meat in this recipe? No, you can skip the meat layer but, you will need less, if any, of the soup as it can make your tots soggy.
- Can you make this recipe with another vegetable tot such as cauliflower tots? Yes but, your seasoning needs may differ and as can air fry times.
How to make Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole.
Prep Time: 10 minutes .
Air Fry Time:15 minutes.
Servings: 4 .
- Start by cooking your ground beef if it has not been cooked. Cook the beef, using the method of your choice, until it is almost done as it will further cook in the air fryer.
- Remove the cooked beef from the stove (or method used) and stir in the seasonings and soup. Then set the beef aside to cool while you prepare your tots.
- Prep your air fryer cake pan as needed for nonstick.
- Place the tots into your pan so that they are standing up and their sides are touching one another (image 2). The will naturally be space for the warm air circulation as the tots are round. Air fry the tots until the tops begin to get crisp and golden (about six to seven minutes).
- Top the tots with the cooked beef, evenly distributing the beef if possible. Then cook for three minutes.
- Sprinkle the cheese on top of the beef and air fry the casserole until the cheese has melted to your liking (about two to three minutes). (Image 3)
- When the casserole is done air frying, let it rest for a few minutes before serving as it will be hot and resting will allow the ingredients to set.
Expert Tip👉 Air frying times can vary depending on the air fryer or the amount of ingredients used. It is a good idea to keep an eye on your casserole while it is air frying.
How to store Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole
Once your tater tot casserole has fully cooled, it can be stored in an airtight container. When properly stored, tater tot casserole should keep for about three days refrigerated. Note that the tots will get soggy so you may want to re-heat the casserole.
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Print the recipe for Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole
Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef.
- 2 tsp Seasonings
- 10.5 oz Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup - 1 can.
- 1 lb Tater Tots. -Simple frozen tater tots. The amount that you will need depends on the size of the tots and the size of your air fryer.
- 1 lc Cheddar Cheese - grated or shredded
Instructions
- Start by cooking your ground beef if it has not been cooked. Cook the beef, using the method of your choice, until it is almost done as it will further cook in the air fryer. Remove the cooked beef from the stove (or method used) and stir in the seasonings and soup. Then set the beef aside to cool while you prepare your tots.
- Prep your cake pan as needed for nonstick. Place the tots into your pan so that they are standing up and their sides are touching one another (image 2). There will naturally be space for the warm air circulation as the tots are round.
- Air fry the tots until the tops begin to get crisp and golden (about six to seven minutes).
- Top the tots with the cooked beef, evenly distributing the beef if possible. Then cook for three minutes.
- Sprinkle the cheese on top of the beef and air fry the casserole until the cheese has melted to your liking (about two to three minutes). Image 3
- When the casserole is done air frying, let it rest for a few minutes before serving as it will be hot and resting will allow the ingredients to set.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition
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Air Fryer Tater Tot Casserole, a delicious and hearty layered comfort food recipe made with seasoned meat and potatoes.
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Seema
I made this using leftover chili and it was so good!
TheAirFryingDiva
Great idea using leftover chili!