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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    20 Simple Casseroles Your Family Will Rave About

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 31, 2025, updated March 31, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Casseroles are a fantastic way to bring the family together around the dinner table. These 20 simple recipes are not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavors that everyone will enjoy. From classic comfort foods to creative twists, these dishes are sure to become favorites in your home.

    The Best Tater Tot Casserole

    The Best Tater Tot Casserole
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This tater tot casserole is a favorite comfort food from the Midwest, packed with veggies, beef, gravy, cheese, and topped with crispy tater tots. Made with fresh ingredients and all cooked in one pot, it’s a simple and satisfying dinner choice.

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    French Fry Casserole

    Leftover french fries casserole topped with sour cream.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Turn leftover french fries into a delicious casserole that's cheesy and spicy. This simple dish goes great with chicken, beef, or any protein you like.

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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 super easy to prepare with just four ingredients and some store-bought items. You can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    A spoonful of cheesy tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    This casserole is loaded with cheese and flavor, making it a dish your family will want to enjoy again and again. It's the perfect comfort food that everyone will appreciate!

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    Southwestern Turkey and Rice Casserole

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

    This Southwestern turkey and rice casserole is loaded with cheesy, spicy, and creamy goodness, all topped off with a crispy corn tortilla layer. It's a hearty dish that your family will love.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is a simple dish loaded with spicy buffalo flavor and melted cheese. Adding some spinach gives it a nutritious boost, making it a delicious meal in no time.

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    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole

    Leftover boiled potato casserole.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    This leftover boiled potato casserole is a great way to use up extra potatoes. It's creamy, cheesy, and super easy to prepare.

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    Cheesy Steak Pasta Casserole

    Steak pasta casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish features a creamy steak and mushroom pasta baked with cheese for a comforting meal. It’s a cozy yet classy dinner that you can have ready in just 45 minutes, all made in one oven-safe skillet to keep cleanup easy.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole brings a fun twist to taco night by mixing all your favorite flavors into one simple dish. With ground beef, salsa, and lots of cheese, it's great for a potluck or a quick dinner during the week.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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

    This chicken and pasta casserole is loaded with cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, creating a hearty meal that everyone will enjoy. It's an easy dish that your family will keep asking for.

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This vegan pasta bake is creamy, gluten-free, and packed with vegetables, and you don’t even have to boil the noodles. It’s delicious whether you serve it hot or cold.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is loaded with chicken and broccoli, creating a filling meal that everyone will enjoy. It's perfect for busy nights and you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.

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    Mashed Potato Casserole

    Mashed Potato Casserole
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    This creamy and cheesy mashed potato casserole is a great side dish that everyone will love. It's also easy to prepare ahead of time, making it perfect for busy days.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is filled with creamy, cheesy seafood pasta that your family will love. It's a dish that everyone will keep coming back for.

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    Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

    Tater Tot Breakfast Bake.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This casserole is loaded with eggs, cheese, veggies, bacon, and ham, and it's really simple to put together. You can make it ahead of time, and the leftovers are just as tasty when warmed up.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is an easy dinner option that skips the step of boiling the ravioli first. With store-bought cheese ravioli, it’s a convenient meal that you can make ahead and even freeze for later.

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    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    This casserole is a simpler version of enchiladas, combining all the good stuff in one dish. It's loaded with vegetables, beans, cheese, and a delicious homemade sauce.

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    Bacon Potato Casserole

    Bacon Potato Casserole.
    Photo credit: Cleverly Simple.

    This side dish is full of flavor with layers of bacon, potatoes, and cheese. It's an easy recipe that will be a hit at your next meal.

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    Mac & Cheese

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

    This Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, you’ll have a cheesy dish featuring Cheddar and Gruyere, all made in one pan.

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    Gorgonzola Tortellini Casserole

    Gorgonzola tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This tortellini casserole is perfect for anyone who loves cheese and pasta. With a mix of two cheeses, a bit of tang from Gorgonzola, and a nice crunch from walnuts, it comes together in under 40 minutes.

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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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