Philly Cheesesteak Tater Tot Casserole

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Philly cheesesteak tater tot casserole is full of seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheese, all topped with crispy tater tots. Perfect for an easy dinner on a busy weeknight!

philly cheese steak casserole being scooped out

This Philly cheesesteak casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak with the convenience of a casserole.

The combination of tender beef, flavorful peppers, and creamy cheeses will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Whether you’re a fan of classic cheesesteaks or simply crave a comforting and hearty meal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Cheesy, savory, and crispy in every bite. The whole family will be asking for seconds!

Not only that but it makes a great freezer meal when you don’t want to cook during the week. Just like my loaded chicken tater tot casserole, this Big Boy casserole with crescent rolls, or my cowboy casserole.

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labeled ingredients for a ground beef casserole

See recipe card for complete information on ingredients and their quantities.

Ingredient Notes

Ground beef – Use lean ground beef or substitute ground turkey. Shaved steak will also work.
Bell peppers – I like the green peppers but feel free to substitute the red, yellow, or orange peppers.
Cheese – I use shredded mozzarella for melting or use Provolone or cheddar cheese.
Tater tots – Frozen tots or shredded hash browns or shredded potatoes

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How To Make Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

large saute pan over medium-high heat cooking ground beef

Preheat oven to 425F. In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the butter and ground beef. Cook until beef is almost done.

Stir in the onions, green pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until the onions and peppers are soft. Stir in the beef broth and gravy packet.

use shredded cheese or slices of provolone cheese on top of the meat

Pour into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Top with cheese. Add the tater tots in a single layer on the top of the cheese and ground beef mixture.

Bake at 42F for 30 minutes or until bubbly, the cheese is melty, and the tater tots are crispy and golden brown. Remove from the oven. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and enjoy.

For the full recipe and detailed cooking instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

philly cheesesteak tater tots casserole baked in a dish

Serving Suggestions

This casserole has plenty of veggies in it but I still like to serve it with a green salad and come crusty bread.

If you like more veggies, I like to serve some steamed carrots with it.

Storage

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container.

How To Freeze

After baking, cool completely. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil or store in an airtight container.

Freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Heat in a 350F oven for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.

Is tater tot casserole a Midwest thing?

Yes, it is often associated with Midwestern cooking in the United States. It (or might be called a hot dish) may have started there but we eat it all over the country.

Tips For The Best Casserole

Brown the ground beef in a medium nonstick skillet and drain well. Be sure to season it while cooking.
Like more onion flavor, add a sprinkle of onion powder.
Try a dash of Worcestershire sauce for some kick.
Cook the vegetables until crisp tender. They will continue to cook when you bake it.
Don’t have mushrooms? Substitute cream of mushroom soup.
Make it creamier by adding cream cheese or sour cream.
Replace the mozzarella cheese with provolone cheese slices.
Don’t overcook it. Bake until bubbly and the cheese is melted. If it starts to brown too soon, cover with foil.
Let it rest before serving. This will help the juices distribute and make it easier to serve.
Garnish with fresh herbs for more color.
Serve it or my stuffed pepper casserole with a side salad or crusty bread.
Don’t want a casserole? Make this philly cheesesteak skillet.

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Packed with savory flavors and topped with crispy tater tots, this simple casserole will bring you all the flavors of a traditional philly cheesesteak sandwich without all the fuss.