Casseroles are a great way to prepare a hearty meal without spending a lot of money. These 24 easy recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to feed a crowd without breaking the bank. From classic comfort foods to creative twists, there's something here for everyone. We know "cheap" can mean different things to different people, so here you will find recipes fitting a variety of budgets - but all without any unnecessarily expensive ingredients.
Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a simple dinner option that uses everyday ingredients. It's packed with classic enchilada flavors and is sure to please everyone at the table.
Dairy Free Tater Tot Casserole
This Dairy Free Tater Tot Casserole is creamy and packed with veggies, offering a tasty meal without using condensed soup. It's a great option for a comforting dinner that everyone will enjoy.
Walking Taco Casserole
This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into one easy dish. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner.
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
Gather the family for a hearty casserole that’s perfect for dinner. This simple skillet dish is packed with ground beef, vegetables, and flavorful spices, all topped with a layer of homemade buttermilk cornbread.
Eggplant Moussaka
Eggplant Moussaka is a simple dinner packed with vegetables, ground beef or lamb, and plenty of cheese on top. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a healthy and tasty Mediterranean meal.
Ham Asparagus Casserole
This ham and asparagus casserole is a cozy dish featuring asparagus wrapped in ham, all smothered in a creamy white sauce and topped with cheese. It's a simple meal that's perfect for dinner tonight!
Vegetable Potato Bake
This is a simple and healthy potato bake loaded with veggies and gooey cheese. The Vegetable Potato Bake pairs nicely with a variety of meals.
Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole
This is a tasty and cheesy casserole packed with flavor. It's a great choice for a weeknight family dinner and is sure to bring comfort to the table.
Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
This dish is simple, cheesy, and really tasty. It's the perfect comfort food that everyone will enjoy.
Hamburger and Potato Casserole
This comforting Midwestern casserole combines ground beef and green beans, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes and crispy French fried onions. It's a filling dish that's perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Vegan Pasta Bake
This vegan pasta bake is simple to make and packed with vegetables, all covered in tomato sauce and topped with vegan cheese. You can use any vegetables you have on hand and either store-bought or homemade marinara.
Chicken Rotel Spaghetti
Baked chicken spaghetti with Rotel is a simple and cozy meal that your family will enjoy. It's also great to share with friends or family, and it only requires a few ingredients.
Hobo Casserole
This is a simple and tasty one-pan dish that the whole family will love. It features layers of tender beef, potatoes, creamy filling, and cheese, making it a great choice for a weeknight dinner.
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
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.
No-Boil Ravioli Casserole
This dish is super easy to prepare. With only four ingredients and some ready-made items, you can have it ready in just 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.
Easy Chicken Broccoli Casserole
This Chicken Broccoli Casserole is simple to prepare in advance, making weeknight dinners a breeze. It's creamy and filling, packed with flavors that everyone in the family will enjoy.
Cottage Pie
This dish features a filling of beef and vegetables, all topped with a cheesy mashed potato layer. It’s a quick meal that can be ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy family nights.
Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake
This dish features cheesy chicken and pasta packed with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, creating a hearty meal that's simple to prepare. It's perfect for when you want something comforting without putting in too much effort.
Banana French Toast Casserole
French toast can be made easier by baking it in a 9×13 pan instead of using a griddle. This Banana French Toast Casserole, topped with fresh bananas and a crunchy pecan crumble, is a great option for breakfast that you can prepare ahead of time.
Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole
This dish combines tater tot casserole and shepherd’s pie for a tasty one-pot meal. With frozen veggies for extra substance and a layer of shredded cheddar on top, it’s a complete dinner that everyone in the family will love.
Chicken Taco Casserole
This Chicken Taco Casserole has just 7 ingredients, 7 steps, and is ready in 30 minutes! Boneless shredded chicken breasts are combined with tomatoes, taco seasoning, crunchy tortilla chips, and cheese.
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
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.
Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
This tater tot casserole is a delicious and satisfying dish. It's cheesy and hearty, perfect for a comforting meal.
Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole combines the tasty flavors of a classic bacon burger 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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