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    21 Cheesy Pasta Casseroles That Will Make You Feel Cozy

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 7, 2025, updated February 27, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    There's something about cheesy pasta casseroles that just warms the heart and fills the belly. These comforting dishes combine creamy sauces, gooey cheese, and hearty pasta, making them perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings. Whether you're in the mood for classic flavors or something a bit different, these 21 recipes are sure to bring a smile to your face.

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

    Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken casserole mixes ranch seasoning with a creamy mac and cheese sauce, tender noodles, shredded rotisserie chicken, and crispy bacon. It's baked together for a comforting dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy!

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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 dinner and you'll likely have some leftovers for later.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is quick to prepare and ready in under an hour. It's packed with spicy buffalo sauce, hidden spinach, and plenty of cheese, making it a tasty option for a weeknight dinner.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This mac and cheese is incredibly cheesy and can be made in just one dish, so there's no need to pre-cook anything. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it’s a simple and comforting meal that everyone will love.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish combines creamy and cheesy flavors with seafood in a convenient casserole. It's a great option for a satisfying meal that doesn't require much effort.

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    Baked Ziti

    Baked Ziti.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    Baked ziti is a simple and satisfying dish that everyone will love. It combines ziti pasta, tasty ground beef, a hearty tomato sauce, and a mix of cheeses for a meal that’s perfect for family dinners.

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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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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and only takes 10 minutes to get ready before it goes in the oven for 45 minutes. With a mix of Cheddar and Gruyere, this dish is loaded with cheesy goodness and flavor.

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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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    Ground Beef Stuffed Shells

    STUFFED SHELLS WITH GROUND BEEF.
    Photo credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

    This comforting dish is a great choice for dinner. Stuffed pasta shells filled with flavorful ground beef, covered in rich sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese, come together in just 35 minutes.

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    Baked Zitoni with Spicy Sausage

    Baked Ziti or Zitoni Pasta with Spicy Sausage.
    Photo Credit: The Pasta Project.

    Baked ziti with spicy sausage, also known as ‘ziti alla diavola’, is a delicious dish for anyone who enjoys a bit of heat. This pasta is packed with flavor and is quick and easy to prepare.

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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 combined with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, creating a hearty meal that's simple to prepare. It's perfect for a cozy dinner when you want something satisfying without much effort.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Skillet Lasagna

    Cheesy Tortellini Skillet Lasagna
    Photo Credit: Flavor Mosaic.

    This skillet lasagna is a quick and easy way to enjoy lasagna without spending hours in the kitchen. You can have it on the table in just 20 minutes!

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    Spaghetti Pie

    Spaghetti Pie.
    Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

    Spaghetti Pie is a great meal for busy weeknights, easy to prepare and full of protein. It's a hearty dish that will keep everyone satisfied.

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    Baked Chicken Alfredo

    Baked Chicken Alfredo.
    Photo Credit: Simply Delicious.

    Creamy baked chicken Alfredo is a tasty and simple dinner option that's full of cheesy goodness. Using rotisserie chicken saves time, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Bake

    Cheesy Tortellini Bake.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This Tortellini Bake is a simple dinner that combines meat, sauce, and gooey cheese all in one skillet. It's a dish that everyone in the family will enjoy!

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    Buffalo Chicken Lasagna Rolls

    Buffalo Chicken Lasagna Rolls.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    Buffalo chicken lasagna rolls is exactly what it sounds like: Chicken mixed with buffalo sauce and rolled up into lasagna noodles and cheese. Serve these shredded chicken lasagna roll ups with a side of refreshing vegetables for a filling healthy meal.

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    Creamy Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta

    Creamy Baked Cheesy Chicken Pasta.
    Photo Credit: A Taste of Madness.

    This casserole is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. With a blend of two cheeses, it’s a cozy meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: The Littlest Crumb.

    Creamy goat cheese mac and cheese is a tasty twist on the classic comfort dish. The macaroni is smothered in a rich goat cheese sauce with herbs and finished with a crunchy layer of bread crumbs and parmesan.

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    Roasted Vegetable Pasta Bake

    Roasted Vegetable Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Rustic Foodie.

    Roasted Veggie Pasta Bake is a cozy vegetarian dish that's perfect for any meal. It combines roasted broccoli and bell peppers with penne pasta and marinara sauce, all topped with a creamy spinach ricotta mix and cheese, then baked until everything is warm and delicious.

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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 dinner that you can whip up in just 45 minutes, and using an oven-safe skillet means less cleanup.

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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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