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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    20 Winter Casseroles to Keep You Cozy

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 12, 2025, updated January 10, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    As the cold weather sets in, there's nothing quite like a warm casserole to bring comfort and warmth to your home. These 20 winter casseroles are perfect for cozy nights in, featuring hearty ingredients and simple preparations that make them ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. From creamy pastas to savory meat dishes, these recipes will keep you satisfied and snug all season long.

    Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

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

    This creamy spinach artichoke chicken casserole is quick and easy to prepare, using rotisserie chicken and frozen vegetables. You can have this delicious dish ready in less than 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. It's a tasty dish that comes together in under an hour and has a flavor that rivals restaurant meals.

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    Company Casserole

    Company Casserole (Ground Beef Pasta Casserole)
    Photo Credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

    Company Casserole features ground beef and pasta in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. It's easy to prepare ahead of time and is loved by both kids and adults, making it a great choice for busy weeknights or gatherings.

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    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole

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

    Next time you have leftover boiled potatoes, you must try this leftover boiled potato casserole! With all the classic flavors of baked potatoes, this dish is creamy, cheesy and so quick and easy to make.

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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 comforting and tasty option for a weeknight dinner.

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This creamy vegan pasta bake is simple to make, gluten-free, and loaded with veggies. It can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it a versatile dish for any meal.

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    One Pot Burrito Bowl

    One Pot Burrito Bowl Recipe
    Photo Credit: i heart nap time.

    Mexican burrito bowls are simple and tasty, all cooked in one pot in just 30 minutes. They’re great for busy weeknights when you want a quick meal with easy cleanup.

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    Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

    Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
    Photo Credit: midwest foodie blog.

    This Tater Tot Breakfast Bake is sure to become a weekend favorite for your family. Packed with eggs, cheese, veggies, bacon, and ham, it’s easy to prepare and the leftovers heat up perfectly.

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    Mediterranean Veggie Casserole

    A veggie and tomato casserole.
    Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian.

    This dish is quick to prepare and then cooks in the oven. You'll enjoy soft vegetables in a flavorful, garlicky sauce.

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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 weeknights, and it can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is packed with chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that will fill you up. It's perfect for a cozy winter night and you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.

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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, creating a hearty and comforting meal. It's simple to prepare, making it perfect for a cozy night in.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Creamy, cheesy, seafood pasta all in a simple dump-and-bake package.

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    Layer and Bake Reuben Casserole

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

    This reuben casserole is super simple to put together and packed with flavor. With just a few quality ingredients, you can have a delicious one-pan meal ready in under 30 minutes.

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    French Fry Casserole

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

    Leftover french fries can be transformed into a tasty casserole that's cheesy and a bit spicy. It's simple to prepare and pairs well with chicken, beef, or any other protein.

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    Spicy Mac and Cheese

    Spicy Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: Spice Cravings.

    This spicy mac and cheese puts an Indian spin on a classic dish. Packed with cheesy pasta, jalapeños, and warm spices, it’s a simple and tasty vegetarian option that you can whip up in under 30 minutes.

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    Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce

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

    These chicken enchiladas with green sauce require only 10 minutes of prep and make the perfect comfort food any night of the week. This flavor-packed dish features garlic-infused chicken wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with melted cheese and the best green chile sauce.

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    Mashed Potato Casserole

    Mashed Potato Casserole
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This creamy and cheesy mashed potato casserole is a great side dish that helps use up leftovers. It can be prepared in just a few minutes and even made ahead of time.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

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

    Easy, cheesy and totally delicious - this is comfort food at its best!

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    Mac & Cheese

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

    Making Mac and Cheese has never been this easy! With just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven you can make the best baked Mac and Cheese - in one pan, without boiling, no flour and no roux. With both Cheddar and Gruyere this is as cheesy & flavor packed as it gets!

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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 more than 20 years of 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, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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