Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole Recipe | Easy Comfort Classic
Crave-worthy Big Mac Casserole with tater tots! Juicy beef, melted cheese, secret sauce & crisp toppings — a fast-food favorite turned oven-baked comfort.
Servings 8 peoples
Calories 480kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion diced (or red onion for extra bite)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or American cheese
- 1 bag 28 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce for topping
- 1/3 cup diced dill pickles
- 1 medium tomato diced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
Homemade Big Mac Sauce (or use Thousand Island as shortcut):
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp finely minced white onion
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- Dash of paprika
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish or any oven-safe casserole dish.
Cook the Beef Mixture
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook:
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- Diced onion
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cook until beef is browned and onion is soft (about 7–10 mins).
- Drain excess grease well. You don’t want a soggy base.
Add the Big Mac Sauce
- Stir in about 2/3 of your Big Mac sauce into the skillet. This adds creaminess and locks in that iconic burger flavor.
Build the Casserole
- Transfer the beef mixture to your greased dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar (or American cheese) generously over the beef.
- Top the cheese with a full layer of frozen tater tots, covering the surface completely.
Bake It Up
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until tater tots are golden and crisp.
- Cheese should be bubbly and slightly browned around the edges.
Final Touches
- Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes after baking — it sets up better this way.
- Top with:
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced dill pickles
- Fresh tomato pieces
- Optional: extra diced onion, sesame seeds
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Keep in mind: exact nutrition will vary depending on brands and your specific ingredient swaps (like low-fat cheese or alternative sauces). Here’s an approximate breakdown based on a standard version made with lean ground beef, full-fat cheddar, and homemade Big Mac sauce.- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
- Calories: ~480
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Total Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 820mg
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Carbohydrates: 23g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 25g
Lighter Tweaks That Shift the Numbers
- Use ground turkey = -4g fat per serving
- Go easy on cheese = -50–70 calories
- Skip the sauce or use low-fat = -6g fat, -3g sugar