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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Cozy Casseroles That are Perfect for a Family Feast

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 27, 2025, updated September 30, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Looking for some new dinner ideas to try tonight? Check out these 18 delicious casserole recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. From classic comfort food to creative twists, these dishes are perfect for a cozy night in or a family gathering. Get ready to impress your loved ones with these hearty and flavorful meals!

    Spicy Strata with Chorizo

    Spicy Breakfast Strata with Chorizo
    Photo credit: Inquiring chef

    This spicy casserole features chorizo, cheddar cheese, and bread cubes - perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week.

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    Chili Mac 'n Cheese

    Chili Mac 'n Cheese.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This casserole combines creamy macaroni and cheese with classic American beef chili for a simple and delicious meal that everyone in the family will enjoy. Great for beginners in the kitchen and sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole is a tasty twist on taco night, combining ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese in one easy dish. Perfect for a potluck or quick weeknight meal.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    In less than 10 minutes, you can prep this Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake that's ready in under an hour. Packed with spicy buffalo sauce, spinach, and lots of cheese, it's a simple and tasty dinner option for any night of the week.

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    Cowboy Casserole

    Cowboy casserole.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    Looking for a simple dinner idea? Try making Cowboy Casserole - it's a creamy, cheesy dish topped with crispy tater tots that your family will love. It's a hearty meal that's sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is packed with creamy, cheesy seafood pasta for a delicious dinner option.

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    Ham and Potato Casserole

    Ham and Potato Casserole.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This casserole has all the classic comfort food elements you love - carbs, cheese, and savory ham. It's a cheesy dish that will become a regular favorite at your dinner table.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cook up a simple and delicious Mac and Cheese in no time! This baked dish combines Cheddar and Gruyere for a cheesy and flavorful dinner option.

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    Southwestern Turkey and Rice Casserole

    Southwestern Turkey and Rice Casserole
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipes.

    This flavorful casserole combines turkey, rice, cheese, and spices, all topped with a crispy corn tortilla layer.

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    Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce

    Chicken enchiladas with green sauce.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    In just 10 minutes, you can prep these tasty chicken enchiladas with green sauce for a cozy dinner any night. Tender chicken with garlic, wrapped in tortillas, smothered in melted cheese and flavorful green chile sauce - all made from scratch or halfway, it's up to you!

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    Layer and Bake Reuben Casserole

    Layer and Bake Reuben Casserole
    Photo Credit: Feast and Farm.

    This Teuben casserole is a breeze to make and tastes just like the classic sandwich, all ready in under 30 minutes with store-bought shortcuts.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is packed with chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that's perfect for enjoying again the next day.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Eggplant Moussaka is a simple and tasty dinner packed with vegetables, ground beef (or lamb), and plenty of cheese. It skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, opting for more eggplant instead, creating a healthy, delicious Mediterranean dish that's easy to whip up.

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    The Best Tater Tot Casserole

    The Best Tater Tot Casserole
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This tater tot casserole is a beloved Midwest dish with veggies, beef, creamy gravy, cheese, and tater tots all in one pot. It's made with real ingredients, no canned soup, and goes straight from stove to oven to table for a satisfying meal.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is simple, cheesy, and absolutely tasty - perfect for a cozy dinner.

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    Chicken and Noodle Casserole

    Chicken and noodle casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Chicken and Noodle Casserole is a cozy dish that everyone loves. It's creamy and cheesy, packed with chicken and vegetables, and topped with buttery crackers for extra flavor.

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    Cheesy Baked Spaghetti

    Cheesy Baked Spaghetti.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Looking for a new twist on spaghetti for dinner tonight? This cheesy baked spaghetti recipe combines the best of spaghetti and meatballs with layers of cheesy noodles, flavorful meat sauce, and plenty of melted cheese on top.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

    sun-dried tomato pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is a hearty dish made with chicken, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, all mixed together with plenty of cheese for a satisfying dinner option. It's a simple recipe that's perfect for a cozy night in.

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    Baked Ham Penne Pasta

    Baked Ham Penne Pasta.
    Photo credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    This Baked Ham Penne Pasta combines penne pasta, savory ham, and a creamy garlic cheese sauce for a hearty and delicious dish that's perfect for using up leftover ham.

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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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