Description
Get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food fusion with this irresistible One-Pan Cheeseburger Tater Tot Pasta! Combining the beloved flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the warm, crispy goodness of tater tots, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite. Packed with seasoned ground beef, melty cheeses, and topped with a layer of golden tater tots, this one-pan wonder is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounce uncooked short pasta (rotini or penne)
- 14.5 ounce canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoon mustard
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 32 ounce frozen tater tots
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F to get it nice and hot.
2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
3. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Then, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add the Pasta and Sauces: Pour in the uncooked pasta, diced tomatoes, beef broth, ketchup, mustard, tomato paste, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Simmer the Pasta: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the pasta simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
6. Melt the Cheese: Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until they are melted and well combined.
7. Top with Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheesy pasta mixture.
8. Bake to Perfection: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions and chopped pickles before serving.
Notes
Use an oven-safe skillet or casserole dish to seamlessly transfer the dish from stovetop to oven.
For a gluten-free version, swap the short pasta for your favorite gluten-free alternative.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Adjust the amount of spices and seasonings to suit your personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg