Feeding a crowd can be a challenge, but with these 32 easy dump-and-bake ideas, you can whip up delicious meals with minimal effort. These recipes are perfect for gatherings, allowing you to spend more time with your guests and less time in the kitchen. From hearty casseroles to simple chicken mains, these dishes are sure to please everyone at the table. Want to serve more people? Just double or triple the recipe! Keep in mind you might need to adjust the cook time, or use multiple dishes.
Hot Honey Garlic Chicken
Hot honey gives this Hot Honey Garlic Chicken a nice blend of sweetness and spice. It's simple to make in an air fryer or oven, making it a great choice for gatherings.
No Boil Baked Ziti
Baked ziti is easy to make and packed with flavor. Just layer the ingredients and pop it in the oven for a delicious meal without much effort.
Vegetarian Burrito Bowls
Burrito bowls are a healthy and tasty option that you can whip up quickly with this simple dump-and-bake method. This is a great meal for gatherings, as it requires minimal effort and is sure to please a crowd.
Baked Ranch Chicken
This recipe is simple and creates a creamy sauce while it bakes. Enjoy tender, juicy chicken covered in a tasty gravy and topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs.
Vegan Pasta Bake
This dish is warm, cheesy, and entirely plant-based. It's perfect for serving a crowd without putting in too much effort.
Enchilada Bake
This Enchilada Bake is simple to make with ingredients you probably already have at home, and it's delicious enough to be a family favorite. You won't even need to use your oven, as this dish is made in the slow cooker.
Meatball Casserole
Pasta and meatballs are a family favorite, and this cheesy meatball casserole is a simple way to enjoy them. With just frozen meatballs, marinara sauce, and pasta, it’s a quick dish that’s great for busy weeknights.
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Cabbage & Brussels Sprouts
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs are packed with delicious flavors and plenty of veggies, making it a great low-carb dinner option. This dish is perfect for feeding the whole family without a lot of work.
Meatball Casserole
This Meatball Casserole is a simple and filling dish that combines tender meatballs and pasta, all baked together in a creamy marinara sauce with cheese. It's perfect for busy nights when you want a satisfying meal without much effort.
Baked Salmon with Black Rice
Salmon and black rice go really well together and you'll want to make this dish again and again. It's a simple meal that's sure to please a crowd.
Mexican Ravioli Lasagna
This simple Mexican Lasagna uses ravioli to create tasty layers without any fuss. It's perfect for busy nights because you can just layer the ingredients without needing to thaw the ravioli first.
Walking Taco Casserole
This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into a simple one-dish meal. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it perfect for potlucks or a quick weeknight dinner.
Southwest Chicken Casserole
Southwest Chicken Casserole is a filling dish that combines tender chicken, zesty spices, and gooey melted cheese. With just one pan and little prep, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights and offers a comforting, smoky flavor that everyone will enjoy.
Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies
This sheet pan meal is a simple way to enjoy lamb without the stress of overcooking. The lamb chops cook in the flavorful juices from the vegetables, resulting in tender meat that’s delicious.
Cheesy No-Boil Lasagna
This No-Boil Lasagna is super easy to prepare, taking only 10 minutes of your time. You can skip the step of boiling the noodles, making it a simple dish to throw together.
Cheesy Mexican Chicken and Rice
Cheesy Mexican Chicken and Rice is a flavorful casserole that brings together spices, tender chicken, and melted cheese. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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 feeding a crowd without putting in too much effort.
Pizza Baked Butter Beans
Pizza baked beans are a quick and easy meal that works well for busy weeknights. Just combine some canned beans with pizza sauce and your favorite toppings, then bake it all together for a cozy dinner that pairs nicely with crusty bread, ready in just 30 minutes.
Caprese Gnocchi Sheet Pan
This sheet pan dinner is a great option for summer. It’s an easy and tasty way to feed a large family with very little effort.
Garlic Parmesan Sheet Pan Drumsticks
Oven baked chicken drumsticks are a tasty option for dinner, especially when you can cook them all on one sheet pan to make cleanup easier. This recipe features the great flavors of garlic, parmesan, red pepper, and parsley.
Meatball Pasta Bake
This Meatball Pasta Bake is simple to prepare and everything cooks in the oven, including the pasta. It features frozen meatballs, mozzarella cheese, penne pasta, and your go-to marinara sauce.
Baked Chicken & Potatoes
This baked chicken and potatoes dish is a simple one-pan meal with juicy chicken in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, crispy potatoes, and tasty broccoli. It's a great option for weeknight dinners, needing little effort and cleanup.
Tuscan Chicken Bake
The Tuscan chicken bake is a creamy and cheesy dish loaded with flavor. Featuring chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach mixed with pasta in a rich coconut milk and cheese sauce, this is a great option for weeknight dinners or a cozy weekend meal that everyone will enjoy.
Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Bacon & Mushrooms
This easy meal comes together with just 8 ingredients, perfect for a tasty dinner any night. Featuring soft gnocchi, crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, and crunchy pine nuts, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone.
Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake
This tuna pasta bake is creamy and packed with flavor, using canned tuna and mozzarella cheese along with a few easy ingredients. It's a great dish for feeding a crowd without putting in too much effort.
Sheet Pan Maple Dijon Chicken
Sheet pan meals are a real lifesaver when you're short on time, and this maple Dijon chicken dish is a perfect example. With simple prep, delicious flavors, and minimal cleanup, it's a great choice for cozy dinners when you want something filling without much work.
Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
This casserole checks all of the boxes with creamy chicken, mixed veggies, and crispy tater tots on top! Make it ahead and freeze for later, or bake it now and enjoy this favorite casserole that even picky eaters will love.
Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This chicken enchilada casserole combines all the classic enchilada flavors in a simple layered dish. With corn tortillas, lots of cheese, and red enchilada sauce, it's a crowd-pleaser that's easy to prepare.
Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies
This sheet-pan dinner is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something simple and delicious. With just a little chopping to begin, you can enjoy a tasty meal of chicken, veggies, and plenty of sauce all cooked together in one pan.
Southern Baked Chicken Thighs
This chicken dish is simple and tasty, using just three ingredients. It turns out crispy and is perfect for serving a crowd.
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
This dish features plenty of chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that will satisfy everyone. It's perfect for serving a crowd and you'll likely have some leftovers to enjoy later.
Queso Chicken and Rice
Queso Chicken and Rice is a simple one-pan meal that's full of flavor. With tender chicken, creamy queso sauce, and fluffy rice, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner.
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