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    21 Easy Casseroles to Make When You’re Craving Comfort Food

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on September 18, 2025, updated September 22, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    intrCasseroles are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights in or feeding a crowd. With just a few ingredients and one dish, you can create hearty meals that warm the soul. Here are 21 easy casserole recipes that will satisfy your cravings and make mealtime a breeze.

    No Boil Chicken Pasta Bake

    No Boil Chicken Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Cooking with Carlee.

    This chicken pasta bake is a simple way to put dinner on the table. With hardly any prep needed, it's a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Chicken Divan

    Chicken divan.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Creamy chicken divan is a comforting dish that combines tender broccoli and shredded chicken in a rich cheese sauce. It's topped with gooey melted cheese and crunchy Ritz crackers, adding a nice texture and flavor. This casserole is perfect for a cozy meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Vegetarian Lasagna

    Vegetarian Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Chef Savvy.

    This Vegetarian Lasagna is packed with seven different vegetables, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. The creamy cheese blend of spinach and ricotta adds a rich flavor, while the vegetable tomato sauce brings a nice depth to the dish. Layered with lasagna noodles and topped with even more cheese, this is a great option 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. It features a blend of two cheeses, with a nice kick from Gorgonzola, and a satisfying crunch from walnuts. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's a simple and delicious meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Corned Beef Macaroni Pasta Bake

    Corned Beef Macaroni Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Krumpli.

    A pasta bake is always a hit, and this one with tinned tomatoes and corned beef is both tasty and easy to make. A good splash of Worcestershire sauce gives it a nice depth of flavor, and it's topped with cheese for that perfect finish. This dish is great for a cozy meal at home.

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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 everyone will enjoy. This dish is cheesy, a bit spicy, and super simple to prepare. It pairs well with chicken, beef, or any other protein, making it a great side option. It's a fun way to use up leftovers and create something delicious.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features plenty of chicken and broccoli, creating a hearty meal that's perfect for dinner. It's satisfying enough to fill you up and likely to leave you with some leftovers for later. This casserole is a great choice when you want something comforting and easy to prepare.

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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 hearty meal. Perfect for a potluck or a simple weeknight dinner, this is a comforting option that everyone will enjoy.

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    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: State of Dinner.

    This casserole brings all the delicious flavors of a Mexican chicken dinner together in one dish. It's cheesy and creamy, with layers that give you the taste of enchiladas without the fuss of rolling tortillas. Perfect for a cozy meal, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.

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    Easy Layered Enchilada Casserole

    Easy Layered Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: What a Girl Eats.

    Layered enchilada casserole is a simple and fast meal that eliminates the need to roll tortillas. With layers of ground meat, cheese, and mild green enchilada sauce, this dish has become a favorite for families. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Vegan Pasta Bake

    Vegan Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Nourished by Nic.

    This dish is warm, cheesy, and completely plant-based. It's perfect for a comforting meal that everyone can enjoy. Packed with flavor and easy to prepare, this casserole is a great choice for any night of the week.

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    Beef, Onion and Potato Hotpot

    Beef and potato hotpot.
    Photo Credit: Krumpli.

    This dish combines a hearty ground beef stew with layers of sliced onions and creamy scalloped potatoes, making it a great choice for a comforting meal. It's the kind of dinner that warms you up and fills you up, perfect for chilly evenings. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, this casserole is sure to become a favorite at the dinner table.

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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 basic ingredients and some ready-made options, you can have it ready in about 5 minutes and on the table in under 40. It's perfect for a cozy meal that doesn't take much time to put together.

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    Mashed Potato Casserole

    Mashed potato casserole.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This mashed potato casserole is creamy and cheesy, perfect for a cozy meal. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, making it easy to whip up. You can even get it ready in advance, so it's great for busy nights when you want something comforting without a lot of work.

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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 for any pre-cooking. Simply mix everything together, pop it in the oven, and you'll have a warm and comforting meal ready to enjoy. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it's packed with flavor and super easy to prepare.

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    Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

    Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Winding Creek Ranch.

    This simple meatball casserole combines uncooked pasta, frozen meatballs, and marinara sauce into a tasty one-pan meal. There's no need to boil the pasta or brown the meatballs beforehand; just layer everything in a casserole dish and let the oven handle the cooking. It's a great option for a cozy dinner with minimal effort.

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    Cheesy Steak Pasta Casserole

    Steak pasta casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish features a creamy pasta with steak and mushrooms, all baked together in a cheesy casserole. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that you can whip up in just 45 minutes. Using an oven-safe skillet means you can prepare everything in one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

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    Beef & Beans Casserole

    Beef & bean casserole.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This dish features tender beef and beans baked in a rich tomato sauce, topped off with a layer of melted Cheddar cheese. It's a hearty meal that brings warmth and satisfaction, perfect for cozy nights at home. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a comforting choice that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole

    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This slow cooker casserole combines green beans, cream of mushroom soup, tater tots, and cheddar cheese for a simple and satisfying meal. The layers of ingredients come together to create a hearty dish that everyone will enjoy. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something comforting without putting in a lot of work.

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    Hobo Casserole

    Hobo Casserole.
    Photo credit: Bowl me Over.

    This dish is a simple and tasty one-pan meal that the whole family will love. It features layers of tender beef, potatoes, a creamy filling, and plenty of cheese, making it a great choice for a weeknight dinner.

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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 same pan, and there's no need to cook the pasta beforehand. It's loaded with cheesy goodness and all the flavors of pizza, making it a hit with the whole family.

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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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