Chicken Tot Pie is an easy, family friendly casserole made with shredded rotisserie chicken and mixed vegetables in a creamy, seasoned sauce, then topped with cheddar cheese and crispy tater tots.
From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito
This Chicken Tot Pie is such a fun twist on classic chicken pot pie. You get all of those cozy, creamy chicken and vegetable flavors, but instead of dealing with pie crust, the whole thing is topped with golden, crispy tater tots.
Using rotisserie chicken and frozen mixed vegetables keeps the prep super easy, too. Just stir the filling together, add it to a casserole dish, pile on the cheese and tots, and let the oven do the rest. It’s a great comfort-food dinner for busy weeknights.
Why You’ll Love It
- Super easy to put together with minimal prep.
- Rotisserie chicken makes this a great shortcut dinner.
- Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with classic comfort-food flavor.
- Crispy tater tots make a delicious alternative to traditional pot pie crust.
- It’s a complete meal all in one casserole dish.
- Kid-friendly and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Heres everything you'll need to make this delicious casserole. You can find the full ingredients list along with measurements and instructions on the recipe card below.
- Shredded Rotisserie Chicken- Makes this recipe incredibly easy while adding savory flavor.
- Cream Of Chicken Soup With Herbs- Creates a rich, creamy base for the fillling while adding extra seasoning.
- Sour Cream- Adds creaminess and a subtle tang.
- Milk- Thins out the creamy filling.
- Garlic Powder- Adds a mild savory garlic flavor throughout the dish.
- Onion Powder- Adds flavor without adding fresh onion
- Salt- Enhances the flavor of the other ingredients.
- Pepper- Adds warmth.
- Frozen Mixed Vegetables- An easy short cut that adds classic pot pie vegetables without any chopping.
- Cheddar Cheese- Melts beautifully over the filling.
- Frozen Tater Tots- Creates a crispy, golden topping that makes this a fun twist on the classic
How To Make It
Heres everything you'll need to make this delicious casserole. You can find the full ingredients list along with measurements and instructions on the recipe card below.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F . Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken soup with herbs, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and frozen mixed vegetables to a large bowl. Stir everything together until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated in the creamy mixture.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a greased 9 x 13" baking dish. Sprinkle the freshly shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Arrange the frozen tater tots over the cheese in a single layer. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown and crispy. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving, garnish with parsley (optional) and enjoy.
Pro Tips
- Use freshly shredded cheese. Hand-shredded cheddar melts much better than pre-shredded cheese and gives the casserole a creamier texture.
- Don’t thaw the tater tots. Add them straight from the freezer so they get nice and crispy while the casserole bakes.
- Keep the tots in one layer. Arrange them close together, but avoid stacking them. This helps them brown evenly.
- Let it rest before serving. Giving the casserole about 5 minutes to sit after baking allows the creamy filling to thicken slightly.
- Want crispier tots? Broil the casserole for a minute or two at the very end. Keep a close eye on it so they don’t burn.
Variations
- Switch up the cheese: Try Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or a cheddar blend.
- Use leftover chicken: Leftover roasted or baked chicken works just as well as rotisserie chicken.
- Change the vegetables: Use your favorite frozen vegetable blend or stick with peas and carrots.
- Add more seasoning: A little poultry seasoning, dried parsley, thyme, or paprika would work nicely in the filling.
- Make it extra cheesy: Add a little additional cheddar directly into the chicken mixture before transferring it to the baking dish.
What to Serve With Chicken Tot Pie
Chicken Tot Pie is hearty enough to serve as a complete meal on its own. If you’d like something alongside it, a simple green salad, roasted broccoli, green beans, or garlic bread would all work well.
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?
Yes. Prepare the chicken filling and place it in the baking dish, then cover and refrigerate. Add the cheese and frozen tater tots just before baking so the tots don’t become soggy.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
For the best texture, reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer so the tater tots can crisp back up. Individual portions can also be reheated in the microwave, although the tots will be softer
Freezing: The assembled casserole can be frozen, but the texture of the creamy filling may change slightly once thawed. For the best results, freeze the chicken filling separately and add fresh frozen tater tots before baking.
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Chicken Tot Pie Recipe
Equipment
- Greased 9 x 13" Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
- 21 Oz (2 cans) Cream Of Chicken Soup With The Herbs
- ½ Cup Sour Cream
- ½ Cup Milk
- 12 Oz Frozen Mixed Vegetables
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
- 28 Oz Bag Frozen Tater Tots
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F .
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, cream of chicken soup with herbs, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and frozen mixed vegetables to a large bowl. Stir everything together until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated in the creamy mixture.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a greased 9 x 13" baking dish. Sprinkle the freshly shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots over the cheese in a single layer. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the tater tots are golden brown and crispy. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving, garnish with parsley (optional) and enjoy.
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