Totchos are crispy tater tots loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans, melted Colby Jack cheese, queso fresco, sour cream, and chipotle ranch. Also known as tater tot nachos, they’re a fun twist on traditional nachos and make an easy appetizer for parties, game day, or family movie night.
I make these Totchos when I want something fun and filling that everyone can dig into. They work just as well for an easy dinner as they do for a game-day appetizer, and everyone can add their favorite toppings once they come out of the oven. 💙
Why I Love Totchos
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Tater Tots: Bake until crispy before adding the toppings.
- Ground Beef: Cook and season with taco seasoning.
- Black Beans: Drain and rinse before adding.
- Red Onion: Adds a little crunch and flavor.
- Cheese: Colby Jack and queso fresco make these extra cheesy.
- Sour Cream: Adds a cool, creamy topping.
- Chipotle Ranch: Adds creamy, smoky flavor.
- Green Onions: Sprinkle over the top before serving.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Totchos
Bake the Tater Tots: Arrange the tater tots in a single layer and bake according to the package directions until crispy.
Cook the Beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet. Add the taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
Add the Toppings: Top the crispy tater tots with the seasoned beef, black beans, red onion, and shredded Colby Jack cheese.
Bake: Return to the oven at 425°F for 5–7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Finish & Serve: Top with queso fresco, sour cream, chipotle ranch, and green onions. Serve immediately.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Get the tots crispy: Bake them in a single layer before adding the toppings.
- Don’t overload them: Too many toppings can make the tots soggy.
- Switch up the toppings: Add jalapeños, avocado, olives, or your favorite nacho toppings.
- Serve right away: Totchos are best hot and crispy.
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Totchos
Crispy Totchos loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans, tomatoes, melted cheese, and creamy toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (about 32 ounces)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ½ cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded colby jack cheese or cheddar
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chipotle ranch dressing
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to package instructions for the frozen tater tots
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake the tater tots according to package instructions.
- While the tater tops are baking, heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
- Add the taco seasoning to the skillet along with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir well to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, then remove from the heat.
- Once the tater tots are cooked and crispy, remove them from the oven. Sprinkle the cooked ground beef over the tater tots.
- Sprinkle on the black beans, diced tomatoes, and red onion. Generously sprinkle the shredded colby jack cheese over everything.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake at 425℉ (220℃) for about 5-7 Minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Once out of the oven, immediately sprinkle on the crumbled queso fresco.
- Drizzle on the sour cream and chipotle ranch and finally garnish with the sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Bake the tater tots until extra crispy before adding the toppings. Drain the ground beef and black beans well to prevent the tots from getting soggy. Add the sour cream, chipotle ranch, queso fresco, and green onions just before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 584Total Fat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 855mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 6gSugar: 7gProtein: 39g
