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Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Spread the potato tots evenly on a large baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crispy, approximately 35 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
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While the potato tots bake, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, ranch dressing, ranch dressing mix, black pepper, and granulated garlic in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Fold in shredded chicken, shredded Cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of the cooked bacon until fully coated in the sour cream mixture.
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Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Layer the cooked potato tots evenly on top.
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Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until bubbling around the edges, about 30 to 35 minutes.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cooked bacon evenly over the casserole and garnish with sliced scallions.