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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    24 Casseroles That Are a Guaranteed Hit at Any Potluck

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated September 24, 2025 · Published October 28, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    These 24 casseroles are sure to please everyone at your next potluck. From classic comfort foods to creative twists, each dish is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Bring one of these to your next gathering, and you're bound to leave with an empty dish!

    Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake

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

    Busy weeknights can still be delicious without resorting to fast food. This Sloppy Joe biscuit bake is a simple and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. It's a great option for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

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    Rigatoni al Forno

    Rigatoni al Forno.
    Photo credit: Food and Mood Dietitian.

    This rigatoni al forno with veggies is a tasty and healthier pasta dish that's perfect for dinner. It combines classic Italian flavors in a simple bake that's sure to please everyone. With a comforting mix of textures and flavors, this meal is satisfying and nutritious. Plus, it doesn't take much time to prepare, making it a great choice for busy evenings.

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    Tater Tot Casserole

    Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Healthy Epicurean.

    This tater tot casserole is easy to whip up from scratch and skips the canned soup. It combines a variety of vegetables and lean ground beef in a flavorful sauce, all topped with gooey cheddar cheese and crispy tater tots. It's a hearty dish that everyone will enjoy, perfect for sharing at potlucks.

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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 incredibly easy to prepare. With just four basic ingredients and some ready-made options, you can have it ready in about five minutes and on the table in under forty. It's perfect for potlucks and gatherings, offering a satisfying meal with minimal effort.

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    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken spaghetti casserole is a filling dish that you can whip up in about 45 minutes. It features diced bell peppers, tender rotisserie chicken, and perfectly cooked spaghetti all mixed together in a creamy cheese sauce. It's a great option for potlucks and gatherings, offering a comforting meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole

    Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole is a hearty dish that brings together tender chicken, crispy hash browns, and creamy cheese. With the added kick of jalapeño peppers and the savory flavor of bacon, this casserole is sure to please a crowd. It's a great choice for potlucks, offering a comforting and satisfying meal 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, packed with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. It's a hearty comfort food that's simple to prepare. Perfect for potlucks, this casserole is sure to please a crowd.

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    Chicken Noodle Casserole

    A plate of chicken noodle casserole.
    Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    This Chicken Noodle Casserole brings together chicken, veggies, and egg noodles in a creamy sauce that blends everything nicely. It's an easy meal that won't break the bank, using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. You can also tweak it to include whatever you have on hand, making it a flexible option for any occasion.

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    Southwest Chicken Casserole

    Southwest Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Clean Eating Couple.

    This Southwest Chicken Casserole is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. It's a great option for a one-pan meal that everyone will enjoy. Perfect for potlucks, this dish combines all the delicious elements of Mexican cuisine in a hearty casserole.

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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 cooks in under an hour. It's packed with spicy buffalo sauce, has some hidden spinach, and is super cheesy. This dish is a great choice for a weeknight dinner and is sure to please everyone.

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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 definitely fill you up. It's perfect for sharing at potlucks, and you can count on having some leftovers to enjoy later. With its comforting flavors, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is quick and simple, taking only about 20 minutes from start to finish with just 5 minutes of prep. You can skip boiling the ravioli, thanks to using store-bought refrigerated cheese ravioli, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great option to prepare in advance, as you can refrigerate or freeze it for later.

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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 perfect for gatherings. In just 10 minutes, you can have everything ready to go into the oven, and after 45 minutes, you'll have a delicious dish that everyone will love. This recipe combines Cheddar and Gruyere cheese for a rich and cheesy flavor, all made in one pan without the need for boiling or complicated steps.

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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 potlucks or a simple weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to please everyone.

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    Chicken Parmesan Casserole

    Chicken Parmesan Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Retro Recipe Box.

    Crispy breaded chicken sits on top of pasta, all smothered in spaghetti sauce and cheese, then baked to perfection. This dish is hearty and satisfying, making it a great choice for potlucks. It's easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.

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    Pesto Chickpea Bake

    Pesto Chickpea Bake.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    This chickpea casserole is a great way to use up any vegetables you have lying around. Just throw your veggies into a baking dish, add some chickpeas and pesto, top it with cheese, and bake it. It's a hearty vegetarian dish that goes well with bread or can be enjoyed as a side.

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    Ultimate Chicken Casserole

    Ultimate Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: My Kitchen Sanctuary.

    Ultimate Chicken Casserole combines rotisserie chicken, egg noodles, French-style green beans, and a mix of creamy soups with sour cream and poultry seasoning. It's topped with crispy fried onions for an extra crunch. This dish is simple to prepare and can be on the table in just 45 minutes, making it a great choice for potlucks or family dinners.

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    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Happy Honey Kitchen.

    Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a simple dish that brings all the classic flavors of enchiladas together. With just a few easy-to-find ingredients, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. It's a great option for busy nights when you want something tasty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Easy, cheesy and totally delicious - this is comfort food at its best!

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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 any gathering. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, making it a great choice for busy days. You can even make it ahead of time, so it's ready when you need it.

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    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

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

    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole brings together the classic taste of a bacon cheeseburger and pasta in a filling dish that everyone in the family will enjoy. It's a cheesy, comforting meal that's sure to please even the pickiest eaters. This casserole is perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner.

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    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    Chicken fajita casserole.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This casserole brings the delicious flavors of chicken fajitas right to your dinner table with minimal effort. It combines hearty Mexican black beans and quinoa, and you don't even have to cook anything beforehand. Just mix everything together in the baking dish and pop it in the oven. It's a tasty and straightforward meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    This classic casserole is simple, using just six ingredients. It's creamy and savory, and it even makes its own tasty gravy. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potluck gatherings, and Sunday dinners.

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    Crockpot Chicken Bacon & Ranch Tater Tot Casserole

    Crockpot Chicken Bacon & Ranch Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    This slow cooker casserole puts a fun spin on the classic tater tot dish that many people remember from their childhood. The mix of chicken, bacon, ranch, and tater tots creates a comforting meal that's perfect for chilly days. It's an easy option that everyone will enjoy, making it a great choice for gatherings.

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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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