Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBlue Dog TavernChorizo Queso Tots Recipe

Chorizo Queso Tots Recipe

Inspired by Blue Dog Tavern
Time1h
Serves6

diced bacon, jalapeño, chorizo queso, spicy ranch, green onion

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Ingredients

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Tater Tots

Spicy Ranch

Method

Prepare Tater Tots

  1. 1

    Bake Tater Tots

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake according to package instructions until golden and crispy, usually around 25-30 minutes. Stir halfway through for even cooking.

Make Chorizo Queso

  1. 2

    Cook Chorizo

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Cream Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese to the skillet with the chorizo. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and well combined.

  3. 4

    Incorporate Cheddar and Milk

    Gradually add the sharp cheddar cheese and milk to the skillet, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.

  4. 5

    Add Jalapeños

    Fold in the diced jalapeños and mix thoroughly. Keep the queso warm on low heat.

Make Spicy Ranch

  1. 6

    Mix Spicy Ranch

    In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing and hot sauce. Stir well and set aside.

Assemble Queso Tots

  1. 7

    Combine Tots and Queso

    Once the tater tots are cooked, remove them from the oven and place them on a serving platter. Pour the chorizo queso over the tater tots evenly.

  2. 8

    Garnish

    Top the queso-covered tater tots with the diced bacon and sliced green onions.

  3. 9

    Serve with Spicy Ranch

    Drizzle the spicy ranch over the top or serve it on the side for dipping.

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