Loaded Tater Tot Nachos (Tachos)
A delicious and fun twist on classic nachos, Loaded Tater Tot Nachos (also known as Totchos) combine crispy tater tots with all your favorite nacho toppings for a perfect snack or party dish. With gooey melted cheese, savory bacon, and a kick from jalapeños, this recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family!
Ingredients
- 1 32-oz bag frozen tater tots
- 1 tbsp The Spice Girl Kitchen Mexican Seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for extra crispiness)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sour cream or ranch dressing (for drizzling)
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the tater tots' package instructions, usually around 425°F (220°C).
- Arrange the tater tots on a large baking sheet in a single layer. For extra crispiness, drizzle with olive oil, Mexican seasoning, and salt. Toss to coat. Bake according to package instructions, typically 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- While the tater tots are baking, cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble. Thinly slice the jalapeños and green onions.
- Once the tater tots are crispy and golden, remove them from the oven. Keep the oven on. Spread an even layer of shredded cheese over the tots, followed by crumbled bacon and sliced jalapeños.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the green onions on top. Drizzle with sour cream or ranch dressing.
- Serve immediately with your favorite optional toppings, like guacamole, salsa, or hot sauce.
Notes
Tips For Crispy Bacon
Once your bacon is cooked, let it cool on a plate lined with paper towels. The paper towels will absorb more of the grease to maximize crispiness.Make Ahead Tips
When the clock is ticking down to kickoff, you want to make sure you’re prepped and ready. The good news is that tachos are super simple to throw together, and you can even do a bit of prep ahead of time:Make Ahead Tips
- Cook your choice of protein
- Shred the cheese
- Chop/prep any toppings
Tater tot Nacho Bar
Another thing I love to do is create a Tacho bar! Set out all the fixings and let everyone build their own tacho plate. That way, you can easily cater to all your guest's tastes without much extra effort.Storage and Reheating Tips
Tachos are best enjoyed fresh, but if you somehow end up with leftovers (unlikely!), here’s how to keep them tasty:- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: To bring back some of that crispy texture, reheat Tachos on a baking sheet in the oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes. Avoid microwaving, as it will leave the tots soggy.