Baked Game Day Hatch Chile and Bacon Hot Dish

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 400°F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  400 ˚F / 204 ˚C

• 2

  In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and stir in the flour.

  Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoon unsalted butter

  • 1/4 Cup all-purpose flour

• 3

  In a separate bowl, dilute the chicken soup in the milk then pour into the skillet. Whisk the mixture constantly until it begins to thicken.

  Ingredients

  • 2 Can (15 oz) cream of chicken soup

  • 2 Cup whole milk

• 4

  Add the onions, chicken, chiles, thyme, salt and pepper. Let simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.

  Ingredients

  • 2 Medium onions, grilled and chopped

  • 1 Pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped

  • 1/2 Cup chopped Hatch chiles

  • 1/4 Teaspoon dried thyme

  • To Taste salt and pepper

• 5

  Fold in the smoked bacon and taste to adjust seasoning.

  Ingredients

  • 1 Cup chopped smoked bacon

• 6

  Transfer mixture to a 2-1/2 quart casserole dish. Cover the mixture with tater tots.

  Ingredients

  • 1 Pound frozen tater tots

• 7

  Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until tots are golden brown. Serve hot. Enjoy!