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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Hearty Casseroles That Are Ready in No Time

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 21, 2025, updated September 10, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    These 23 casseroles are quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a comforting meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Packed with flavor and hearty ingredients, these dishes will satisfy everyone at the table while keeping your prep time to a minimum.

    Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

    Heaping scoop of Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Posh Journal.

    The Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is easy to make and great for serving a crowd. It's filling and delicious, loaded with crispy tater tots, fluffy eggs, milk, and fresh vegetables. This dish is perfect for breakfast gatherings or any time you need a satisfying meal.

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    Baked Ratatouille

    Baked Ratatouille.
    Photo Credit: The Foodolic.

    Baked Ratatouille Provençale is a colorful vegetarian dish that combines layers of zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and bell peppers in a tasty tomato sauce, topped with goat cheese and thyme. This dish is a great way to enjoy fresh summer flavors right at home. It's simple to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.

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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 quick meal option.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is simple and quick to prepare. In just 10 minutes, you can have everything ready to go in the oven, and after 45 minutes, you'll have a delicious dish that requires no boiling or complicated steps. This recipe combines Cheddar and Gruyere cheese for a rich and flavorful meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Taco Potato Casserole with Ground Beef

    Taco Potato Casserole with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: The Honour System.

    Taco Potato Casserole with Ground Beef is a filling and tasty dish that brings together Tex-Mex flavors and comfort food. It has layers of seasoned ground beef, diced potatoes, and melted cheese, making it a great choice for family dinners or gatherings. This simple casserole is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Four Cheese Lasagna

    Slow Cooker Four Cheese Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: My Pretty Brown Eats.

    This Slow Cooker Four Cheese Lasagna is a simple and tasty option for dinner. With layers of meat sauce, pasta, and four different cheeses, it's a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. Just stack the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do the work for you.

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    Pesto Pasta Bake with Chicken

    Pesto Pasta Bake with Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Cooking Collective.

    This pesto pasta bake is a comforting dish that's great for serving a group. It features tender pasta mixed with juicy chicken and creamy pesto sauce, all topped with layers of melted mozzarella cheese. Baked until it's bubbly and golden, this meal is simple to prepare ahead of time, making it a tasty option for any day of the week.

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    Chicken Alfredo Lasagna

    Chicken Alfredo Lasagna on a white dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish is a warm and comforting meal that combines soft noodles, melted cheese, and flavorful shredded chicken, all covered in a rich alfredo sauce. It's perfect for when you want something filling and satisfying. Easy to prepare, this casserole is great for busy nights when you need a hearty dinner without a lot of work.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish combines creamy, cheesy goodness with seafood and pasta, all baked together in a convenient casserole. It's a comforting meal that brings together familiar flavors in an easy-to-make format. Perfect for busy nights, this casserole is satisfying and delicious.

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    Meatball Casserole

    Meatball casserole served on a dish.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    The Meatball Casserole is a filling and tasty dish that combines tender meatballs with pasta, all baked together in a creamy marinara sauce. With the addition of chicken broth and melted cheese, this one-pan meal is perfect for a busy weeknight. It's simple to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Ground Beef Stuffed Shells

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

    This dish is a satisfying and filling option for dinner. It features soft pasta shells filled with flavorful ground beef, all covered in a rich pasta sauce and sprinkled with tangy Parmesan cheese. It's a comforting meal that everyone can enjoy, and it comes together in just 35 minutes.

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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. It's a hearty comfort food that's simple to prepare. Perfect for a satisfying meal any night of the week.

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    Chicken Alfredo Casserole

    Chicken Alfredo Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Crayons + Cravings.

    This cheesy chicken alfredo pasta bake is a hearty meal that brings together creamy alfredo sauce, tender shredded chicken, and crispy bacon. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner when you want something satisfying without spending too much time in the kitchen. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Easy Cheeseburger Casserole

    Easy Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dude That Cookz.

    Cheeseburger Casserole is a simple and satisfying dish that's great for a weeknight dinner. With just a few ingredients like ground beef, onions, tomato puree, cheese, and some spices, you can whip up a hearty meal that everyone will love. This dish combines all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a convenient casserole form, making it a hit with the whole family.

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    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole

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

    Leftover boiled potatoes can be transformed into a delicious casserole. This dish combines the familiar flavors of baked potatoes with a creamy and cheesy texture. It's simple to prepare and perfect for a quick meal.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This cheesy mac and cheese is made in just one dish, so there's no need to pre-cook anything. Simply mix everything together, pop it in the oven, and you'll have a comforting meal ready to enjoy. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it's packed with flavor and super easy to prepare.

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    Mediterranean Lasagna

    Mediterranean Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Mediterranean Lasagna is a simple dish packed with delicious layers. It features a creamy feta cheese sauce, rich ricotta, and lots of mozzarella. You'll also find artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, zucchini, garlic, and a mix of herbs throughout. This dish is perfect for a satisfying meal that doesn't require much effort.

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    Big Mac Casserole

    Big Mac Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    Ground beef, cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots come together in this casserole for a tasty meal. Topped with Big Mac sauce, it adds a fun twist that really sets it apart. This dish is perfect for a satisfying dinner that everyone will enjoy.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole will be your new favorite way to have all your taco flavors! Served up in a simple one-dish meal, loaded with ground beef, salsa and lots and lots of cheese. Make for a potluck or easy weeknight dinner!

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features plenty of chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that will fill you up. It's perfect for a satisfying dinner and you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.

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    Boursin Orzo Bake

    Boursin Orzo Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Dizzy Cook.

    This Boursin orzo bake is a comforting dish that's creamy and full of flavor thanks to the Boursin cheese. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have it on the table in about 30 minutes without much work. It's perfect for a quick meal that satisfies.

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    Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Cheesy chicken and rice casserole dish.
    Photo Credit: Rose Bakes.

    This recipe is a simple, no-fuss option that combines canned soups and ready-made rice mixes. It's ideal for busy weeknights or whenever you want a comforting meal without spending too much time in the kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of a hearty dish that satisfies without a lot of work.

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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, taking less than 10 minutes, and it's ready in under an hour. It's packed with spicy buffalo sauce, has some hidden spinach, and is super cheesy. This dish is a simple and satisfying option for a weeknight dinner.

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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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