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    23 Pasta Casseroles That Are Perfect for Leftovers

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 2, 2025, updated February 27, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Pasta casseroles are a fantastic way to turn leftover pasta into a hearty meal. With a variety of ingredients and flavors, these dishes are not only easy to prepare but also perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying throughout the week. Here are 23 comforting pasta casseroles that make the most of your leftovers.

    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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    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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    Ravioli Casserole with Kale

    Ravioli Casserole with Kale.
    Photo Credit: It's a Veg World After All.

    Ravioli is layered with cheese, marinara sauce, and frozen chopped kale, creating a lasagna-like dish that's simple to prepare. This vegetarian casserole can be made ahead of time and frozen, making it a convenient meal for busy families.

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    5 Ingredient Spam Pasta

    5 Ingredient Spam Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    This 5 Ingredient Spam Pasta is simple to make and really tasty. It combines diced Spam with pasta, fresh mushrooms, and cream of mushroom soup.

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    Chicken Alfredo Casserole

    Chicken Alfredo Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Crayons + Cravings.

    This chicken alfredo pasta bake is a hearty dish that mixes creamy alfredo sauce with shredded chicken and crispy bacon. It's perfect for a simple weeknight dinner that everyone will enjoy.

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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 Butternut Squash Pasta Bake

    Cheesy Butternut Squash Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Evergreen Kitchen.

    This Butternut Squash Pasta Bake is a cozy dish packed with cheese, mushrooms, and kale. With a creamy garlic sage sauce and crunchy walnut topping, it's a tasty vegetarian option that's perfect for serving a group.

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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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    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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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Budget Delicious.

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is a great option for busy nights when you want something hearty and tasty. This dish is ready in just 30 minutes and is packed with cheese and the familiar flavor of buffalo wings.

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    Cheesy Beef and Pasta Casserole

    Cheesy Beef and Pasta Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Living Sweet Moments.

    This Cheesy Beef and Pasta Casserole is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy. It's a great comfort food option that you can whip up in no time.

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    Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce

    Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    Rigatoni pasta is combined with a hearty meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and two types of cheese, then baked until it's hot and golden. This Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce is a comforting dish that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole combines the classic taste of a bacon cheeseburger with pasta, creating a filling dish that everyone in the family will enjoy. Even kids who are picky eaters will find this cheesy casserole appealing.

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    Sloppy Joe Casserole

    Sloppy Joe Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Healthy Fitness Meals.

    This Sloppy Joe Casserole combines pasta with a tasty ground beef mix and melted cheese. It brings all the great flavors of a sloppy joe sandwich into a simple dish that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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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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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is simple, cheesy, and really tasty. It's the perfect comfort food for any day.

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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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    Southwest Chicken Lasagna Rolls

    Southwest Chicken Lasagna Rolls.
    Photo Credit: Living Sweet Moments.

    This easy Southwest Chicken Lasagna Rolls recipe brings a tasty and cozy dinner to your table in under an hour. You can even freeze it for later, making it a great option for busy nights.

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    Ultimate Chicken Casserole

    Ultimate Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: My Kitchen Sanctuary.

    This creamy chicken casserole combines rotisserie chicken, egg noodles, green beans, cheese, and a mix of soups and sour cream, all seasoned perfectly. Topped with crispy fried onions, this dish is a great option for a quick and tasty meal that’s ready in just 45 minutes.

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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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    Sloppy Joe Casserole

    Sloppy Joe Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Crayons + Cravings.

    This cheesy sloppy joe casserole is a simple twist on the classic sandwich, combining Manwich, noodles, and ground beef. It's a quick and satisfying meal that's perfect for busy nights.

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    Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake

    Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake.
    Photo Credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop.

    Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole is a delicious all-in-one meal. This recipe is made from scratch, so you won't need any canned soups or store-bought sauces.

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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.

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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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