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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Dump-and-Bake Recipes That Are Perfect for Any Potluck

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on November 20, 2024, updated November 18, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Potlucks are a great way to share food and enjoy time with friends and family, but they can also be a bit stressful when it comes to cooking. Dump-and-bake recipes are the perfect solution, allowing you to throw together a delicious dish with minimal effort. These recipes are simple, require little prep, and are sure to please a crowd.

    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole combines all the great flavors of tacos in a simple one-dish meal. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it a great choice for potlucks or a quick weeknight dinner.

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    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole

    Leftover boiled potato casserole.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Leftover boiled potatoes can be transformed into a delicious casserole that everyone will love. This dish is creamy, cheesy, and super simple to prepare.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features plenty of chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that will definitely provide some leftovers. It's a great option for busy nights when you need something easy and satisfying.

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    Mac & Cheese

    A spoonful of cheesy Mac and Cheese.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is super simple to prepare. In just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, you can enjoy a delicious one-pan dish loaded with Cheddar and Gruyere cheese.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

    Buffalo chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is quick to prepare and can be ready in under an hour. Packed with spicy buffalo sauce and spinach, it’s a tasty and simple dish perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Vegetarian Ravioli Bake

    Ravioli bake.
    Image credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This dish is a family favorite that's sure to please everyone. It's cheesy and packed with flavor!

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    Chicken Taco Casserole

    Chicken Taco Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona's Lazy Recipes.

    This is a simple dish with only 7 ingredients, and it can be made in just 30 minutes. It combines shredded chicken, tomatoes, taco seasoning, crunchy tortilla chips, and cheese for a tasty meal.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This cheesy mac and cheese is made in one dish without any pre-cooking, so you just mix everything together, bake it, and enjoy a comforting meal. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it’s packed with flavor and super simple to prepare.

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    Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

    Pizza pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This pizza pasta bake is super simple and perfect for busy nights. You can throw everything together in one pan without cooking the pasta first, and it’s loaded with cheesy pizza goodness that everyone will enjoy.

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    Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

    Spinach chicken artichoke casserole.
    Photo credit: Nibble and Dine.

    This creamy spinach artichoke chicken casserole combines rotisserie chicken and frozen vegetables for an easy meal. You can have this delicious dish ready in under an hour.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake

    Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This creamy pesto pasta bake is rich and cheesy, all made in one pan without needing any special cooking skills. It's a tasty dish that comes together in under an hour and has the flavor of something you'd find at a restaurant.

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    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: State of Dinner.

    This casserole is packed with all the flavors of a Mexican chicken dinner. It's a cheesy and creamy dish that gives you the deliciousness of enchiladas without the hassle of rolling tortillas.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is quick to prepare, taking only about 20 minutes from start to finish with just 5 minutes of prep. Using store-bought cheese ravioli makes it a simple option for busy nights, and it can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer.

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    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    This simple recipe uses just 6 ingredients and results in a creamy, savory dish with its own tasty gravy. It's perfect for busy nights, potluck gatherings, and Sunday dinners.

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    Crockpot Mac and Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun with my 3 Sons.

    This Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is creamy and simple to prepare. Just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it cook on low without needing to boil the pasta first.

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    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    A chicken fajita casserole.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This chicken fajita casserole is a simple one-pan dinner of delicious homemade comfort food. Even better, this chicken and rice bake is incredible as leftovers!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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