Healthy Loaded Totchos

For snack, dinner, or a game-day treat, these healthy loaded totchos (tater tot nachos) are a home run! Crispy tots loaded with your favorite nacho toppings!

Prep:
10
minutes
Cook:
30
minutes
TOtal:
45
minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 bag of frozen tater tots (4 servings)
  • Olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 peppers, diced
  • 1 lb. ground turkey, chicken, or beef
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 packet of taco seasoning mix
  • 2/3 - 3/4  c. water
  • Toppings: Cheese, diced tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, salsa, avocado, sour cream, black beans, etc.

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. (follow package directions) Place the tater tots in a single-layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil, sauté the onions and peppers for 5-6  minutes over medium-high heat. Then, add the ground meat. Continue to cook until meat is browned. Season with salt and pepper. Next, add the seasoning mix and water. Stir until well combined. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Top the tater tots with the meat and veggie mixture. Then, sprinkle with cheese. Return to the oven for a few minutes until cheese is melted. Finally, top with your favorite nacho fixins'.