Description
Hearty, cheesy cowboy casserole with ground beef, sweet corn, creamy sauce & tater tots. A comforting, filling, and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 (10 oz) can corn, drained
1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
1 (30 oz) bag frozen crispy crowns or tater tots
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In an oven-safe skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned; drain excess grease.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, parsley, and onion powder. Stir in garlic; cook 1 more minute.
Add Worcestershire sauce, corn, soup, sour cream, and 1 cup cheese. Stir well and smooth evenly.
Top with remaining cheese and arrange tater tots in a single layer.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until tots are golden and crispy.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Colby Jack with cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- Add chopped green onions or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American