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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Hearty Casseroles for Comfort Food Cravings

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on September 9, 2025, updated August 21, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Casseroles are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights in or feeding a crowd. These hearty dishes combine flavors and textures in one pot, making them easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy. From classic favorites to creative twists, there’s a casserole for every craving.

    Lazy Ravioli Lasagna

    Ravioli lasagna on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Using refrigerated ravioli filled with ricotta cuts down on the time spent cooking, so there's no need to boil pasta or layer hot lasagna noodles. This dish is a simple and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. It's all about comfort and ease, making it perfect for a cozy dinner.

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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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    Taco Casserole

    Taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Taco Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and cheese into a hearty dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners. This meal can be prepared in advance and is great for freezing, making it easy to enjoy later. It brings all the flavors of taco night into one convenient casserole.

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    Baked Five Cheese Ziti al Forno

    Baked Five Cheese Ziti al Forno.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    Five cheese ziti al forno is a classic comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. This dish features a delicious blend of five different cheeses, all baked together until golden and bubbly. It's perfect for cozy nights in or when you want something hearty and filling.

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    Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole

    Slow Cooker John Wayne Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This casserole features tater tots, a touch of southwestern flavor, and plenty of cheese. It's a hearty dish that's perfect for cozy nights in. With its comforting ingredients, it's sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Bolognese Rigatoni Pasta Casserole

    Bolognese Rigatoni Pasta Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Much Butter.

    This bolognese rigatoni pasta casserole is a simple and satisfying dish that your family will love. Packed with cheese, rich flavors, and hearty meat, it brings the comfort of a cozy meal right to your table. It's a perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a tasty pasta dish without the need to go out to a restaurant.

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    Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake

    Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake.
    Photo Credit: My Suburban Kitchen.

    Busy weeknights can still be enjoyable with a homemade meal like this Sloppy Joe biscuit bake. It's a simple dish that everyone will enjoy, bringing comfort and satisfaction to the dinner table. No need to rely on takeout when you can whip this up quickly and easily.

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    Sausage Pesto Tortellini Casserole

    Sausage Pesto Tortellini Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Sweet & Savory Meals.

    Sausage Pesto Tortellini Casserole is a simple dish with just six ingredients that packs a lot of flavor. It's filling and satisfying, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or even a special gathering. This casserole strikes a nice balance between being easy to prepare and feeling a bit special.

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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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    Chicken and Noodle Casserole

    Chicken and noodle casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Chicken and Noodle Casserole is a warm and satisfying meal that everyone enjoys. It's rich and cheesy, filled with tender chicken and veggies, and finished off with a crunchy layer of buttery crackers. This dish is perfect for a comforting dinner that brings everyone together.

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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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    Creamy Tuna Casserole (With Sun-Dried Tomatoes)

    Creamy Tuna Casserole (With Sun-Dried Tomatoes).
    Photo Credit: In the Kitch.

    This cheesy and creamy tuna macaroni casserole is packed with flavor from sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and Parmesan cheese. The shell pasta combines perfectly with a rich tomato-pesto Alfredo sauce, creating a comforting dish that's sure to please. It's a great option for a cozy meal at home.

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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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    Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

    Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie is a great way to enjoy a classic dish that everyone in the family will appreciate. It features ground beef, carrots, peas, and some other everyday ingredients, all topped with a layer of creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty meal is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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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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    Enchilada Bake

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    Enchilada Bake is simple to make with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry and freezer. It's delicious enough that your family will want it again and again. Plus, you won't even need to use your oven; just let your slow cooker do all the work.

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    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 a cozy meal that doesn't require much effort.

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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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    Cheesy Bacon Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Cheesy Bacon Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Bensa Bacon Lover's Society.

    This dish features soft pasta baked in a rich Alfredo sauce, combined with chicken, broccoli, tomatoes, and roasted garlic. It’s topped with Fontina cheese, Parmesan, and a generous amount of crispy bacon. This is a comforting meal that brings together all these delicious flavors in one hearty casserole.

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    Beef, Onion and Potato Hotpot

    Beef and potato hotpot.
    Photo Credit: Krumpli.

    This recipe features a ground beef stew layered up with sliced onions and scalloped potatoes to create the perfect cozy 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 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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    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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    Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta

    Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    Baked Shrimp Scampi Pasta is a creamy and satisfying dish that combines shrimp with rich cheeses like Parmesan, ricotta, and mozzarella. It's simple to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal. This pasta dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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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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