Emily Tran
@tranadventure
Cheesy Bacon Tater Bites
A deliciously cheesy and crispy dish featuring golden tater tots topped with crumbled bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, perfect for parties or as a comforting snack.
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:6
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Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 6 slices
- 1 (32 ounce) package
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 2 cups, divided
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cheesy Bacon Tater Bites.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a sizzling 450°F (230°C).
Step 2
In a spacious cast iron skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until it reaches a delightful crispiness, which should take about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Once perfectly cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease, leaving the flavorful bacon drippings in the skillet.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium and introduce the frozen potato nuggets to the skillet, generously sprinkling them with garlic salt.
Step 5
Toss the nuggets to ensure they are evenly coated, then let them cook for approximately 10 minutes, gently turning them with a spatula once or twice until they achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
Step 6
Once done, remove the skillet from the heat.
Step 7
Carefully set aside half of the potato nuggets, then spread the remaining nuggets in a single layer within the skillet.
Step 8
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over these nuggets, layer the reserved nuggets on top, and finish with the remaining cheese.
Step 9
Now, transfer the skillet to your preheated oven and bake for around 10 minutes, or until the nuggets are heated through and the cheese is beautifully melted and golden brown.
Step 10
While the cheesy goodness bakes, crumble the crispy bacon.
Step 11
Once your dish emerges from the oven, crown it with the crumbled bacon, a generous dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped green onions for that perfect finishing touch.
Step 12
Enjoy this indulgent treat that brings comfort and flavor to your table!.