Loaded Tater Tot Chili Cups combine crispy, golden tater tots with hearty chili, sausage, and gooey melted cheese for the ultimate game day snack. These bite-sized appetizers are packed with bold flavors and are the perfect combination of comfort food and party fare.

Loaded Tater Tot Chili Cups are a fun and unexpected twist on traditional game day appetizers. While nachos and wings are always popular, these chili cups bring something unique to the table with their crispy texture and bold flavors. Their compact size makes them easy to grab and enjoy while watching the game or chatting with friends.
Helpful Tips
- Pre-Bake the Tater Tots: Bake the tater tots until they’re golden and crisp before adding the chili to keep the base sturdy and deliciously crunchy.
- Customize the Toppings: Offer toppings like sour cream, green onions, jalapeños, and shredded cheese so guests can load up their cups just the way they like.
- Use a Muffin Tin for Perfect Portions: Press the tater tots into a muffin tin to create individual cups that hold their shape and are easy to serve.
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Tater Tot Chili Cups
Ingredients
- 48 frozen tater tots
- 1 cup prepared chili
- 12 Lit’l Smokies sausages cut into thirds
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- For garnish: chopped onions sour cream, chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450ºF. Grease the cups of a muffin pan.
- Place 4 tots in each muffin cup.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Mold the tots into cups inside the tray. You can do this by pressing a small flat object into the tray and twisting to force the tots up the sides.
- Bake for 10 more minutes to crisp up the tater tots.
- Add chili, 3 pieces of sausage, and cheese to each potato cup. Bake for 13 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving platter. Top with onions, sour cream, and chives, if desired.
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