• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Kudos Kitchen by Renee

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Backyard BBQ
  • Recipe Index
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Backyard BBQ
    • Recipe Index
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Side Dish Recipes » Potato Recipes

    Published: Jan 25, 2019 · Modified: May 3, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Gluten-Free Tater Tot Chowder

    Sharing is caring!

    21 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Mashup your potato soup recipe by adding everybody's favorite...tater tots! Tater Tot Chowder is hearty, delicious, and will soon become a family favorite!

    Closeup of a spoonful of tater tot chowder.

    I originally came up with this idea for tater tot chowder when looking for a way to use leftover tater tots.

    The result was this hearty, delicious and comforting gluten-free chowder that I immediately knew I had to revise, rework, and share with you ASAP!

    Get MORE soup, stew, and chowder recipes!!

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making Tater Tot Chowder is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" button (found above) to be taken directly to the recipe. 

    Table of Contents hide
    Get MORE soup, stew, and chowder recipes!!
    The ingredient list for making tater tot chowder:
    Can leftover mashed potatoes and/or tater tots be used?
    Is there anything I can substitute for the bacon in this potato chowder?
    The easy instructions for making tater tot chowder:
    For additional tater tot and/or chowder recipes, please click on the following titles for:
    Can gluten-free tater tot chowder be made in advance, and can it be frozen if needed?
    Gluten-Free Tater Tot Chowder
    Ingredients US CustomaryMetric 1x2x3x
    Instructions
    Nutrition

    Like and Subscribe to my Kudos Kitchen channel on YouTube. See you there!!

    long title image of gluten-free tater tot chowder

    The ingredient list for making tater tot chowder:

    • Frozen Tater Tots
    • Bacon
    • Onion
    • Celery
    • Carrots
    • Idaho Potatoes
    • Vegetable Broth
    • Cream Cheese
    • Salt and Pepper
    • Greek Yogurt
    • Cheddar Cheese
    • Green Onion
    Overhead shot of gluten-free tater tot chowder in a white bowl with a plaid charger.

    Can leftover mashed potatoes and/or tater tots be used?

    • Yes. You can use leftovers of either of those things.
    • Two or more cups of leftover mashed potatoes are needed, and two or more cups of leftover tater tots.

    Is there anything I can substitute for the bacon in this potato chowder?

    • Pancetta or diced salt pork will work.
    • Diced pepperoni will also work, but add it in right before serving as there is no need to cook it.
    • You can also leave the bacon out if desired. If you do, saute the vegetables in 2 tablespoons olive oil, or 2 tablespoons butter.
    Gluten-Free Tater tot chowder in a white filigree bowl with a spoon and a green napkin.

    The easy instructions for making tater tot chowder:

    • Cook tater tots according to package directions. Set aside.
    • Cook 4 medium baking potatoes and allow to cool.
    • Scoop out the center of the baked potatoes, discard the skins, and set the potatoes aside.
    • Dice carrots, celery, and onions.
    • Add the bacon to a large Dutch oven and saute over medium/high heat, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
    • Add the diced carrots, celery and onions to the pot.
    • Cook, stirring occasionally for an additional 5-7 minutes.
    • Add the cooked potatoes to the pot.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
    • Add the cream cheese and Greek yogurt.
    • Add the cooked tater tots and stir well.
    • Stir in the vegetable stock.
    • Use a potato masher to break up the tater tots and larger baked potato chunks.
    • Simmer over low heat to thicken for 10-15 minutes.
    • Garnish with whole tater tots to finish along with chopped scallions and shredded cheddar cheese.
    Closeup picture of tater tots on top of a bowl of tater tot chowder.

    For additional tater tot and/or chowder recipes, please click on the following titles for:

    • Tater Tot Poutine
    • Smoked Sausage and Tater Tot Casserole
    • Pumpkin Corn Chowder with Shrimp
    • Chicken Corn Chowder with Bacon
    • Roasted Sweet Potato and Wild Rice Chowder

    Can gluten-free tater tot chowder be made in advance, and can it be frozen if needed?

    • Yes. and Yes!
    • If needed, make the chowder in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to reheat (for up to 3 days). Reheat, covered, over medium/low heat until hot, stirring frequently.
    • To freeze leftovers, spoon the chowder into freezer safe containers and store for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
    Overhead shot of tater tot chowder in a white bowl with a plaid charger.

    Gluten-Free Tater Tot Chowder

    Renee Goerger
    Tater tot chowder is hearty and comforting. It's the perfect thing for a cold winter family dinner.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save recipe Saved Recipe!
    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Chowder, Main Course
    Cuisine American Comfort Food
    Servings 8
    Calories 525 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 bag tater tots cooked according to package directions
    • 4 medium Idaho potatoes baked, cooked, cooled, and scooped (discard skins)
    • ¾ pound bacon cut into 1" pieces
    • 1 onion medium chopped
    • 3 large carrots medium chopped
    • 3 ribs celery medium chopped
    • 1 8-ounce cream cheese softened
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
    • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
    • 2 teaspoons salt
    • 1 teaspoon pepper
    • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese garnish
    • ½ cup chopped green onions garnish

    Instructions
     

    • After baking, keep half of the tater tots hot in a low oven.
    • Cook the bacon pieces in a large Dutch oven over medium/high heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
    • Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the bacon, along with the salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Reduce the heat to medium and add the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt to the pot. Stir well to combine. 
    • Add half of the cooked tater tots and all of the baked potato to the pot along with the vegetable stock. 
    • Bring the chowder to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes to thicken. *Note - if the chowder is too thick for your liking, add a touch of water to the pot and cook accordingly. 
    • If desired, use a potato masher to mash some of the tater tots and baked potato into smaller (but still chunky) pieces.
    • Spoon the chowder into bowls and garnish the remaining whole tater tots, green onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
    • Serve hot and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 13gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 1904mgPotassium: 1016mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4975IUVitamin C: 18.8mgCalcium: 118mgIron: 2mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's family-friendly gluten-free tater tot chowder recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Tater Tot Chowder in a white filigree bowl with green onions and cheddar cheese.
    « Sauteéd Brussels Sprouts with Sweet & Spicy Candied Bacon
    Homemade Orange Curd »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Brandi says

      January 25, 2019 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      Never thought of combiningtatertors with chowder, look great and feel so comforting!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 25, 2019 at 11:32 am

        It's a riff on potato soup. Thanks, Brandi!

        Reply
    2. Tayler Ross says

      January 25, 2019 at 9:54 am

      5 stars
      You had me at tater tot! I mean, could there be a more delicious chowder recipe??

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 25, 2019 at 11:31 am

        Glad you approve, Tayler! Thanks so much!

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    By submitting this comment you agree to share your name, email address, website and IP address with Kudos Kitchen by Renee. This information will not be used for any purpose other than enabling you to post a comment. *

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I'm Renee! I've been a passionate home cook for over 40 years. I specialize in easy-to-make comfort food dishes from appetizers to desserts and everything in between.

    More about me →

    Ice Cream Recipes

    • Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops
    • Frozen Greek Yogurt Banana Split
    • Chocolate Cherry Kahlua Ice Cream
    • Baked Alaska for Two

    Side Dish Recipes

    • Make-Ahead Sunflower Crunch Salad
    • French Lentil Salad
    • Old-Fashioned Red Bean Salad
    • German Potato Salad

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Media Kit

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. When I find a great product or service I like to share it with my readers. For additional information please view my privacy policy.

    Copyright © 2022 Kudos Kitchen By Renee