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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    20 Set It and Forget It Freezer Casseroles That Are Perfect for Meal Prep

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 25, 2025, updated October 9, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    These 20 freezer casseroles are quick and easy to make, perfect for meal prep. They can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the freezer, making weeknight dinners a breeze. With a variety of flavors and ingredients, there's something for everyone in this collection.

    Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

    A casserole dish full of spinach artichoke casserole.
    Photo credit: Nibble and Dine.

    This creamy casserole combines rotisserie chicken and frozen vegetables, making it super easy to prepare. You can have it ready in less than an hour, from beginning to end. It's a great option for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy a hearty dish without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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

    This dish features cheesy chicken and pasta, packed with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. It's a hearty comfort food that's simple to prepare. Perfect for meal prep, this casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for later. Just pop it in the oven when you're ready to eat, and enjoy a satisfying meal with minimal effort.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole brings all the delicious flavors of tacos into one easy dish. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it a satisfying meal. Perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to become a go-to favorite.

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    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    This cheesy ravioli casserole is one of the simplest dishes you can make. With just four simple ingredients and store-bought shortcuts, you can prep this dish in 5 minutes, and eat in under 40!
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish is incredibly easy to prepare. With just four basic ingredients and some ready-made options, you can have it prepped in about five minutes and on the table in under forty. It's perfect for busy nights when you want a quick and satisfying meal.

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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 fill you up. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen. Plus, you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.

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    Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Chicken And Rice Casserole.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This chicken and rice casserole is a great choice for a cozy meal that's simple to prepare. It's filling and satisfying, making it ideal for busy nights when you want something hearty without spending too much time in the kitchen. Just throw everything together, and you'll have a tasty dish ready to enjoy.

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    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This easy crock pot lasagna is a great meal to prepare ahead of time. It only takes a few minutes to put together using simple ingredients, including uncooked lasagna noodles. After that, the crock pot takes care of the cooking, so you can relax while it does all the work.

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    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    A chicken fajita casserole.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This chicken fajita casserole is an easy one-pan meal that brings the flavors of homemade comfort food right to your table. It's a satisfying dish that combines chicken, rice, and spices for a hearty dinner. Plus, it tastes even better the next day, making it a great option for leftovers.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is a quick and easy dish that comes together in under an hour. With a kick from spicy buffalo sauce and some sneaky spinach mixed in, it's both flavorful and satisfying. This is a great option for a weeknight dinner when you want something delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

    Pizza pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This pizza pasta bake is a real time-saver for busy nights. You can throw everything together in the pan without any need to cook the pasta beforehand, and it goes straight into the oven. With its cheesy goodness and delicious pizza flavors, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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    One Pan Falafel Bake

    Falafel bake on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    This easy one-pan dinner is both simple and delicious. With premade falafel, beans, tomatoes, kale, and a cheesy topping, this vegetarian casserole is a comforting dish that you'll want to prepare time and time again. It's perfect for those busy nights when you want something satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Meatball Pasta Bake

    Meatball Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop.

    The Meatball Pasta Bake is a simple dish that cooks all in one go in the oven, including the pasta. It features frozen meatballs, gooey mozzarella cheese, penne pasta, and your choice of marinara sauce. This is a great option for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Vegan "Sausage" Pasta Bake

    Vegan Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Cozy Peach Kitchen.

    This pasta dish is baked in the oven, allowing it to cook perfectly while you focus on other things. It features a tasty cashew "Parmesan" sauce on top that adds a nice flavor. It's a simple and satisfying meal that can be prepared ahead of time.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake

    A creamy pesto pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This creamy pesto pasta bake is rich and cheesy, all made in a single baking dish. It comes together quickly, taking less than an hour to prepare. With its delicious flavors, it feels like a meal from a nice restaurant.

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    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

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

    This tuna pasta bake is creamy and packed with flavor, featuring canned tuna, mozzarella cheese, and a few easy-to-find ingredients. It's a comforting dish that comes together quickly and is perfect for meal prep. Just mix everything together, pop it in the oven, and you have a satisfying meal ready to enjoy.

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    Pesto Chickpea Bake

    Pesto Chickpea Bake.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    A chickpea casserole loaded with veggies is an easy way to use up leftover produce. Just throw your vegetables into a baking dish, add some chickpeas and pesto, top it with cheese, and bake it. This hearty vegetarian dish is great on its own or as a side with bread.

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    Southwest Chicken Casserole

    Southwest chicken casserole.
    Photo Credit: My Rad Kitchen.

    Southwest Chicken Casserole is a filling dish that combines juicy chicken, zesty spices, and gooey cheese all in one pan. With easy prep and a comforting blend of salsa Verde, black beans, and southwest seasoning, this is a great option for busy weeknights that everyone will enjoy.

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    No Boil Stuffed Pepper Casserole

    No Boil Stuffed Pepper Casserole on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Piper Cooks.

    This easy casserole is made without boiling anything first, which saves time and effort. It includes bell peppers, navy beans, long-grain white rice, and a tasty tomato sauce seasoned with Italian herbs. Perfect for meal prep, this dish can be made ahead and stored in the freezer for busy nights.

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    Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    A serving of Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken enchilada casserole combines all the delicious flavors of enchiladas in a simple layered dish. It features corn tortillas, lots of cheese, and rich red enchilada sauce, all stacked together like a lasagna. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for busy nights and can be made ahead of time.

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    Baked Tortellini

    20 Minute Baked Tortellini.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    The Cheesy Tortellini Bake is a quick and easy dish that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. With fewer than 10 ingredients and everything cooked in one pan, it's perfect for a simple meal. This dish is great for busy nights when you want something satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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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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