Ever dream of bringing the magic of Disney Parks into your kitchen? Look no further than these epic Chili Cheese Totchos inspired by Woody's Lunch Box in Toy Story Land! This recipe is the perfect combination of crispy tater tots, hearty chili, melty cheese, and all your favorite toppings - it's a flavor explosion that's fun for the whole family!
In just a few simple steps, you can create a restaurant-worthy dish that's bursting with flavor and fun. Gather your family and friends, put on your favorite Disney movie, and get ready to experience the magic of Disney with every delicious bite! Ditch the ordinary nachos and whip up a batch of these delicious totchos in no time. Let's get cooking!
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Why You'll Want to Make Disney's Chili Cheese Totchos
- Theme Park Favorite at Home: Replicate the famous Toy Story Land treat, Woody's Lunch Box Totchos, for a fraction of the price and in the comfort of your own kitchen.
- Elevated Nachos: Tater tots add a fun twist to classic nachos, offering a fluffy potato base that perfectly complements the chili and cheese.
- Perfect for Sharing: Totchos are ideal for parties, game nights, or movie marathons. The shareable portion size makes it a crowd-pleasing dish.
- Kid-Approved Fun: The playful combination of tater tots and cheese will surely be a hit with kids, making it a fun and delicious meal option.
Ingredients - Here's What You'll Need
Steps to Make Chili for Totchos
- Brown the ground beef in a large Dutch oven, with a lid, over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain the browned beef in a colander set in your skin.
- Return the pan to the stove, add the diced onions, and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Return the browned beef to the pan and combine with the sautéed onions. Then add the minced garlic and stir to combine with the meat and onion mixture. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
- Add the tomato sauce and stir to combine.
- Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans, stir to combine.
- Add the chili powder and ground cumin and stir to combine. Place the lid on the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, add the kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper and stir to combine. Replace the lid, reduce the heat to low, and keep the chili warm while you prepare the queso cheese sauce.
Steps to Make the Queso Cheese Sauce
- Place a small sauce pan over low heat. Add the Cheez Whiz and Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies.
- Stir to combine and cook for 10 minutes until warm.
Steps to Build the Chili Cheese Totchos
- Cook the tater tots according to package directions. Divide the tots evenly among 6 bowls. There should be about 16 tots in each bowl.
- Add ¼ cup of chili on top of the tater tots.
- Add ¼ cup of queso cheese sauce on top of the chili.
- Add ¼ cup of Fritos Corn Chips on top of the queso cheese sauce.
- Add ½ ounce of shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese on top of the Fritos.
- Add a tablespoon of sour cream on top of the shredded cheese.
- Finally, top with about a teaspoon of chopped green onions.
Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure to Toy Story Land with these Disney Inspired Chili Cheese Totchos! In just a few simple steps, you can create a restaurant-worthy dish that's bursting with flavor and fun. Gather your family and friends, put on your favorite Disney movie, and get ready to experience the magic of Disney with every delicious bite!
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! To save time, you can substitute your favorite store-bought chili for the homemade version in this recipe.
Shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese is a classic and delicious choice for Totchos. However, you can also experiment with other melty cheeses like Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a Mexican cheese blend for added flavor.
The beauty of Totchos is their customizability! Here are some topping ideas to inspire you: diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, pickled onions, crumbled bacon, avocado, shredded lettuce, cilantro, hot sauce, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.
For some more Disney-inspired fun, why not try a Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich or Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce?
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Seasoning Boost: Don't just rely on the chili for flavor. Season your tater tots with a sprinkle of paprika, garlic powder, or onion powder before baking for an extra punch.
- Spice it Up (or Down): Adjust the spice level of your chili to your preference. Add chopped jalapeños for a kick, or balance the heat with a sprinkle of brown sugar or a dollop of honey.
- Shred it Yourself: Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can prevent smooth melting. Shredding your own cheese from a block ensures the best meltability for those perfect cheese pulls.
- Think Outside the Box (or Bowl): Ditch the traditional bowl and serve your Totchos on a sheet pan for a shareable presentation that allows everyone to access all the delicious layers easily.
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Disney-Inspired Chili Cheese Totchos
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
- Small Sauce Pan
Ingredients
For the Chili
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 Small Onion finely diced
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 14.5 oz can Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 15 oz can Tomato Sauce
- 1 15 oz can Kidney Beans drained and rinsed
- 2 tbs Chili Powder
- 1 tbs Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
For the Queso Sauce
- 1 15 oz jar Cheez Whiz
- 1 10 oz can Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
For the Totchos
- 1 2 lb bag Frozen Tater Tots
- 1 ½ c Frito Corn Chips
- 3 oz Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded
- 6 tbs Sour Cream
- 2 tbs Green Onions thinly sliced
Instructions
To Make the Chili
- Brown the ground beef in a large Dutch oven, with a lid, over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain the browned beef in a colander set in your skin.
- Return the pan to the stove and add the diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Return the browned beef to the pan and combine with the sautéed onions. Then add the minced garlic and stir to combine with the meat and onion mixture. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder and ground cumin. Stir to combine after the addition of each ingredient. Place the lid on the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, add the kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Then stir to combine. Replace the lid, reduce the heat to low, and keep the chili warm while you prepare the queso cheese sauce.
To Make the Queso Cheese Sauce
- Place a small sauce pan over low heat. Add the Cheez Whiz and Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies. Stir to combine and cook for 10 minutes until warm.
To Build the Chili Cheese Totchos
- Cook the tater tots according to package directions. Divide the tots evenly among 6 bowls, about 16 tots in each bowl.
- Add ¼ cup of chili on top of the tater tots.
- Top with ¼ cup of queso cheese sauce.
- Add ¼ cup of Fritos Corn Chips on top of the queso cheese sauce.
- Top with ½ ounce of shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese.
- Add a tablespoon of sour cream on top of the shredded cheese.
- Top with about a teaspoon of chopped green onions.
- Yield: 6 bowls of Chili Cheese Totchos
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