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Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole

Such an easy weeknight meal with rotisserie chicken, broccoli, alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese and classic tater tots.
Course casserole, Italian, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Author Catherine's Plates

Equipment

  • sheet pan
  • cutting board & sharp knife
  • 8 x 11 baking dish
  • large mixing bowl & mixing spoon
  • measuring cup & spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-20 oz) bag frozen mini tater tots
  • 1 fully cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 10 oz bag "Steam Fresh Broccoli Florets"
  • 1 (14.5 oz) jar homestyle alfredo sauce
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray an 8 x 11 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place tater tots on a sheet pan and bake in a 425 degree oven for 1/2 of the cooking time listed on back of package. (We are just par-cooking the tots at this time. They will finish cooking at the end of recipe.)
  • Steam bag of "Steam Fresh Broccoli Florets" in microwave per instructions. Drain any liquid and chop into bite size pieces.
  • In a large bowl place shredded cooked chicken, cooked & chopped broccoli, alfredo sauce, parmesan cheese, milk, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
    NOTE: pour milk into empty alfredo sauce jar, place lid on and shake, pour into bowl.
  • Pour alfredo mixture into prepared baking dish and smooth evenly. Top with mozzarella cheese evenly. Top with par-cooked tater tots to cover all of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in 425 degree oven for 35 minutes until tater tots are crispy on top and cheese has melted.
Squash Fritters (Croquettes)

Squash Fritters (Croquettes)

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Squash Fritters (Croquettes)

A delicious summer time side dish using yellow squash. Crispy edges and a smooth middle.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Author Catherine’s Plates

Equipment

  • 1 large deep skillet
  • 1 box shredder
  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 paper towel lined plate
  • 1 pie plate dish

Ingredients

  • 4 large yellow squash
  • 2 green onions, sliced thinly
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup self rising flour
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp ceyenne pepper (optional)
  • vegetable oil
  • butter
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

  • Using a box shredded, shred the squash and squeeze out any excess liquid. Place shredded squash into a large bowl.
  • To the shredded squash add diced green onion and eggs to combine.
  • Add the dry ingredients (flour, parmesan, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cumin, and cayenne). Mix well to combine.
  • Pour panko crumbs into pie plate. Using a 2 inch ice cream scoop, scoop out squash batter and place 4 into pie plate on top of panko. Sprinkle more panko on top and flatten.
  • In a large deep skillet heat 2 TBS oil & 1 TBS butter until it sizzles over medium high heat. Place squash fritters into hot oil and allow to cook for 3 minutes until golden brown on bottom. Flip fritters over and cook another 2-3 minutes until fritters are golden brown on bottom.
  • Once fritters are golden brown and cooked through, remove fritters to a paper towel lined plate to drain excess grease.
    Prepare these in batches. Add additional oil & butter to keep skillet from drying out. Enjoy.
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