Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipe
If you’re a fan of buffalo wings, this casserole is the next best thing!It’s all about the right balance—spicy buffalo sauce, creamy ranch, tender chicken, and just enough cheese to pull it all together.I always bake it uncovered so the top develops a little crust, giving a contrast to the creamy inside.A mix of mozzarella and sharp cheddar makes a difference—the mozzarella gives stretch, while the cheddar brings a punch of flavor.If you want a little crunch, crushed tortilla chips or even crushed croutons on top make a great addition right before serving.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked Chicken shredded
- 1 cup Celery chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves minced
- 1 cup Green Onions sliced
- 1 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 2 cups Pepper Jack Cheese shredded
- 1 cup Blue Cheese Dressing
- 1 bag Frozen Tater Tots
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, garlic, and green onions.
- Pour the buffalo sauce into the chicken mixture and stir everything until well-coated with the sauce.
- Add 1 cup of pepper jack cheese and the blue cheese dressing, mixing thoroughly.
- Spread this mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, creating a uniform layer for even cooking.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots on top, covering the chicken layer completely and ensuring they are evenly spread.
- Sprinkle the remaining pepper jack cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.