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Get ready for gameday with the ultimate Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger. Using Safeway’s Tater Puffs and Sweet Potato Puffs, along with fresh ingredients like rotisserie chicken, queso, and guacamole, this build-your-own nacho bar is perfect for tailgating or enjoying at home.

A bowl of finished totchos. — Each bowl is unique

Introduction

When it comes to gameday food, it’s all about ease, flavor, and something everyone will love. Enter the Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger. Made with crispy Safeway Tater Puffs and Sweet Potato Puffs, this dish is a breeze to prepare. All you need is a portable Traeger Tailgater grill, a hot rotisserie chicken from the Safeway deli, and a variety of toppings to make a tailgate-worthy spread. Whether you’re firing up the Traeger at home or in a parking lot, these tater puff nachos are a guaranteed win!

About Totchos

Totchos have become a go-to for gameday snacks, and for good reason. They’re easy to customize, fun to eat, and the perfect handheld food for a crowd. The Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger takes this concept to the next level by offering two types of crispy tater puffs—Safeway’s classic Tater Puffs and their Sweet Potato Puffs. By cooking them on the Traeger Tailgater, you’ll get that perfect smoky finish, making these nachos even better than the traditional kind.

Inspiration for This Recipe

As a busy dad and teacher in Colorado, I’m always looking for ways to simplify gameday snacks without sacrificing flavor. The inspiration behind this Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger was to create something that’s easy to set up, portable for tailgating, and packed with flavor. Using Safeway products like Tater Puffs and rotisserie chicken makes this meal not only convenient but also perfect for gameday gatherings in the backyard or parking lot.

A whole roasted chicken from the Safeway deli. — Whole roasted chicken for an easy protein

Ingredients Breakdown

We kept things simple by shopping at Safeway for everything needed for the Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger. Safeway’s Tater Puffs and Sweet Potato Puffs were the foundation, while their hot, fresh rotisserie chicken from the deli saved time and effort. Here’s the full ingredient list:

1 bag Safeway Signature Select Tater Puffs
1 bag Safeway Signature Select Sweet Potato Puffs
1 Signature Cafe Whole Roasted Chicken (deli)
1 bag Lucerne shredded Mexican cheese
1 tub Lucerne sour cream
1 tub Hatch Green Chile Queso (in Fresh Cut section)
1 tub each Guacamole and pico de gallo (from Safeway’s Fresh Cut section)
1 bunch green onions
½ pound Signature Select Hickory Smoked bacon
1 bag Signature Farms Lettuce Shreds
1 jar Signature Select classic salsa
1 bottle Signature Select sweet and spicy BBQ sauce

Ingredients for Tater Puff Totchos on the Traeger. — All ingredients sourced at Safeway

Cooking Process

The Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger couldn’t be easier to prepare. We started by cooking the Safeway bacon on the Traeger Tailgater at 350°F until crispy. After that, we spread out the Safeway Tater Puffs and Sweet Potato Puffs on a cookie sheet and cooked them according to the package directions, letting the Traeger do its magic. While the puffs cooked, we shredded the Safeway rotisserie chicken and heated up the queso. With everything prepped, we set up a nacho bar with all the toppings, so everyone could build their own custom totchos.

Tater puff totcho bar with all the fixings. — Everyone can make their own totchos

Why Cooking Tater Puffs on the Traeger Works

There’s a reason the Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger is a perfect choice for gameday. The Traeger Tailgater adds that signature smoky flavor to the tater puffs and bacon, giving them an edge over oven-baked versions. Plus, the Tailgater’s portability makes it ideal for tailgating, allowing you to set up a simple, delicious nacho bar anywhere. Cooking on the Traeger also means you’re bringing that wood-fired goodness to every bite.

A tray of potato and sweet potato puffs baking on the Traeger. — Bake the puffs in the Traeger

Step-by-Step Process For Tater Puff Nacho Bar

Preheat your Traeger Tailgater to 350°F.
Line a cookie sheet with foil and cook Safeway bacon until crispy, then set aside.
Cook the Safeway Tater Puffs and Sweet Potato Puffs on the Traeger following the package directions (about 20 minutes).
Shred the Safeway rotisserie chicken and heat the queso in a small saucepan or microwave.
Set up a nacho bar with all the toppings: shredded Lucerne cheese, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, bacon, green onions, shredded lettuce, jarred salsa, and Safeway sweet & spicy BBQ sauce.
Once the tater puffs are done, serve them hot and let everyone build their own nachos!

Tater puffs and roasted chicken for totchos. — Pull the chicken from the bones to serve

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Make your next gameday gathering a hit with this Gameday Tater Puff Nacho Bar on the Traeger. It’s easy, fun, and the perfect way to bring the crowd together. Head to Safeway for all the ingredients and fire up your Traeger Tailgater to take your nachos to the next level. Whether you’re hosting at home or tailgating before the big game, this totcho bar is sure to be a favorite.