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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    24 Hearty Summer Casseroles That Will Satisfy Everyone

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 15, 2025, updated April 29, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Summer is the perfect time to enjoy hearty casseroles that bring everyone together around the table. These 24 recipes are packed with fresh ingredients and flavors that celebrate the season, making them ideal for family gatherings or casual dinners. From classic comfort dishes to creative twists, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.

    Zucchini Casserole

    Zucchini casserole.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    This Zucchini Casserole is a simple way to enjoy fresh summer vegetables. It's perfect for celebrating the arrival of the veggie season.

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    The Best Tater Tot Casserole

    The Best Tater Tot Casserole
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This tater tot casserole is a beloved dish that combines fresh veggies and ground beef in a creamy sauce, all topped with cheese and crispy tater tots. It's made with real ingredients and cooked in one pot, making it easy to serve straight from the oven to your table.

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    Mexican Cornbread

    Mexican Cornbread.
    Photo Credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    This Mexican Cornbread is packed with ground beef, cheddar cheese, onion, and jalapeños. It's a family favorite that’s perfect for a simple dinner any night.

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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 fill you up. It's perfect for dinner and you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.

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    Cattle Drive Casserole

    Cattle Drive Casserole.
    Photo Credit: 24 Bite.

    This is a filling and tasty layered dish that combines the bold flavors of the Old West with a touch of Tex-Mex. It's perfect for summer gatherings and easy to enjoy with family and friends.

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    Chicken Broccoli Stuffing Casserole

    Chicken Broccoli Stuffing Casserole.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

    This chicken broccoli stuffing casserole features chicken breast, frozen broccoli, and stuffing mix for an easy meal. It's a quick and filling choice for dinner.

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    Cabbage Casserole

    Cabbage Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Christina's Cucina.

    Cabbage casserole offers the delicious taste of your favorite stuffed cabbage rolls without the need to fill each leaf. It's a comforting dish similar to lasagna, perfect for anyone who enjoys baked casseroles.

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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 in a convenient casserole. It's perfect for summer gatherings or a quick family meal.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty 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 tasty Mediterranean meal that's both healthy and easy to prepare.

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    Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake

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

    Weeknights can be hectic, but you can skip the fast food. This Sloppy Joe biscuit bake is sure to please everyone at the dinner table.

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    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    Chicken Fajita Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This chicken fajita casserole is simple to make, healthy, and great for kids, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners. With cream cheese, Greek yogurt, shredded chicken, fajita seasoning, and plenty of cheese, this dish is packed with flavor and can be enjoyed in various ways.

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    Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

    Chicken Pot Pie Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken pot pie casserole is packed with all the comforting flavors you love and can be ready in under an hour. Plus, it’s all made in one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

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    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: The Littlest Crumb.

    Creamy goat cheese mac and cheese is a tasty twist on the classic dish. The macaroni is covered in a rich goat cheese sauce with herbs and finished with a crunchy layer of bread crumbs and parmesan.

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    Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Noodle Casserole

    Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Noodle Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Cooking with Carlee.

    Leftover ham is perfect for using up in a dish. This cheesy broccoli and ham casserole is a favorite way to enjoy those bits that aren't great for sandwiches.

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This creamy vegan pasta bake is simple to prepare and loaded with veggies. It's delicious served hot or cold, making it perfect for summer meals.

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    Butternut Squash Casserole

    Butternut Squash Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    This Butternut Squash Casserole combines roasted butternut squash, crispy maple bacon, spiced apple, kale, and lots of cheese. It's topped with buttery panko breadcrumbs and baked until golden, making it a cozy dish that's great for fall.

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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, creating a hearty meal that's simple to prepare. It's perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week.

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    Baked Ham Penne Pasta

    Baked Ham Penne Pasta.
    Photo credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    Baked Ham Penne Pasta is a family favorite for any night of the week. Penne pasta, savory ham in a rich and creamy garlic cheese sauce is a hearty and delicious meal perfect for leftover ham!

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    Italian Frittata with Zucchini and Tomato

    Italian Frittata with Zucchini and Tomato.
    Photo Credit: Dana's Table.

    This baked frittata is packed with zucchini, tomatoes, fresh basil, parmesan, and fluffy eggs. It's simple to prepare and perfect for serving a group at your next brunch.

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    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    This vegetarian enchilada casserole combines soft tortillas, homemade enchilada sauce, and a tasty mix of vegetables and black beans. In about an hour, you can whip up a simple and satisfying dinner that everyone enjoys, topped with melted cheddar and fresh avocado and cilantro.

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    Vegetable Potato Bake

    Vegetable Potato Bake.
    Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    This is a simple and healthy potato bake loaded with veggies and gooey cheese. It's a great side dish that pairs nicely with many different meals.

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    Vegan Noodle Kugel

    Vegan Noodle Kugel.
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon Snail.

    This vegan noodle kugel is a deliciously sweet and creamy dish that's baked until golden. With soft noodles and a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar on top, it's perfect for holidays, brunch, or just when you're craving something warm and comforting.

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    Chicken Taco Casserole

    Chicken Taco Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona's Lazy Recipes.

    This Chicken Taco Casserole is quick and easy, with only 7 ingredients and ready in 30 minutes. It features shredded chicken, tomatoes, taco seasoning, crunchy tortilla chips, and cheese all baked together.

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    One Pot Burrito Bowl

    One Pot Burrito Bowl Recipe
    Photo Credit: I Heart Nap Time.

    These Mexican burrito bowls are simple to make and come together in one pot in just 30 minutes, which makes cleaning up easy. They’re great for busy nights when you want a tasty meal without a lot of work.

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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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