This Pizza Tater Tot Casserole is the perfect combination of two comfort food favorites: pizza and tater tots. It’s loaded with all your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning on top of bed of crispy tater tots. You can't go wrong with this tasty dish.
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ These pizza tater tots is a fun twist on a classic casserole that your whole family loves.
✔️ It's also a delicious yet different recipe to make for parties when you need finger foods.
✔️ It's a great alternative to change up your regular pizza night and have something fun!
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- frozen tater tots
- pizza sauce
- shredded mozzarella cheese
- pepperoni
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Empty bag of frozen tater tots out onto the baking sheet and push around evenly.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and pour the pizza sauce evenly all over the tater tot base. Use more or less as you prefer.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, evenly. Use more or less, as you prefer.
- Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle with the Italian Seasoning.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove and enjoy!
Equipment
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FAQ's
Yes, when you are baking them on a baking sheet they will get crispy in the oven.
Yes, you can use any variety of cheese that you like. For best results, make sure the pieces are small and spread out evenly on top of the tater tots.
If you want to salt these tater tots, I recommend that you salt them after they bake before you top them.
Deb's tips
- Make sure that spray your baking dish well with nonstick cooking spray, or you could line your dish with aluminum foil instead.
- Green onions make a tasty and fresh garnish for this tasty dish. But, you could also top with sour cream or ranch if you are feeling something creamy instead.
- You really need a baking sheet for best results so that you can get crispy tater tots, but you could use a cast iron skillet instead if needed.
Variations
- You could also top these with your favorite pizza toppings, such as onion, green bell pepper, or mushrooms instead.
- If you want to add more protein to this recipe, you can cook up some Italian sausage or ground beef, and spoon the ground beef over the top of the tater tots, or sprinkle some bacon bits over the top.
- Add a touch of heat by sprinkling some red pepper flakes on top of the dish. I don't recommend using a casserole dish, because you won't get golden brown tater tots that way.
Storage
Refrigerate - Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezer – This casserole does not freeze well. It's best made fresh.
Reheat - For the best results reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4-5 minutes, or until heated through. Or in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
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Related recipes
- If you love homemade italian recipes you may also enjoy this Pizza Spaghetti Casserole. It's always a favorite with young and old alike.
- Did you enjoy this pizza version, then next time you may want to give this Mexican Tater Tot Casserole a try. The tater tots and taco flavors come together in a mouthwatering combo. So, if your family enjoys mexican recipes, trust me you want to make this one next.
- This Cowboy Tater Tot Casserole is one of my easy recipes to make, when I have a craving for hearty comfort food. Plus, it makes a great freezer meal for busy weeknights!
Serve with
- I love to serve this pizza tater tot casserole recipe with a healthy and fresh side dish like these Steamed Brussel Sprouts if I am making them for a meal.
- If you are veggie fan, you have to try these Pan Roasted Vegetables. They are crispy, flavorful and a delicious side dish that pairs well with most meals.
- Looking for a sweet treat to make after you've enjoy this simple meal? Look no further than this No Bake Lemon Ice Box Pie.
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Pizza Tater Tot Casserole
Equipment
- 1 sheet pan
Ingredients
- 2 pound bag frozen tater tots
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 24 slices pepperoni
- pinch Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Pre heat oven to 350°F.
- Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Empty bag of frozen tater tots out onto the baking sheet and push around evenly.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and pour the pizza sauce evenly all over the tater tot crust. Use more or less as you prefer.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, evenly. Use more or less, as you prefer.
- Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle with the Italian Seasoning.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove and enjoy!
ColleenB. - TX. says
I use the Crispy Crowns in place of the tater tots and use the mini pepperoni in place of the regular