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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    32 Savory Casseroles to Stock Your Freezer

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 27, 2025, updated January 14, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Casseroles are a fantastic way to prepare meals in advance, making weeknight dinners a breeze. With a variety of flavors and ingredients, these 32 savory casseroles can be made ahead and stored in your freezer for those busy days when you need a quick and satisfying meal. From hearty meat dishes to vegetarian options, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

    Classic Chicken Pot Pie with Homemade Biscuit Topping

    Classic Chicken Pot Pie with Homemade Biscuit Topping.
    Photo Credit: Peanut Butter & Julie.

    This chicken pot pie is a warm and hearty dish filled with fresh veggies and topped with fluffy herbed buttermilk biscuits. It's a family favorite that everyone enjoys, and the leftovers are just as good.

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    Cheesy Bacon Potato Breakfast Casserole

    Cheesy Bacon Potato Breakfast Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Simply Delicious.

    This breakfast casserole is packed with cheese, bacon, potatoes, and eggs, perfect for serving a crowd. It's easy to prepare in advance, allowing you to enjoy a tasty meal with minimal work.

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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 comfort meal. It's simple to prepare and perfect for freezing ahead of time.

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    Cowboy Casserole

    Cowboy casserole.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    Cowboy Casserole is a simple and satisfying dish that your family will love. It's creamy, cheesy, and topped with crispy tater tots, making it a great choice for dinner.

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    Green Chile Egg Casserole

    Green Chile Egg Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest.

    This green chile egg casserole is packed with spicy chorizo sausage, hatch chili peppers, and two types of cheese. It's perfect for weekend brunch or holiday get-togethers.

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    Ham and Asparagus Strata

    Ham and Asparagus Strata.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    Ham and Asparagus Strata is a simple breakfast casserole that you can prepare in advance for a relaxed brunch. It combines cubed bread, ham, sautéed veggies, eggs, milk, and cheese, and just needs to chill overnight before baking.

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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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    Potato Ground Beef Casserole

    Ground Beef Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Honour System.

    This ground beef casserole is a family favorite that's easy to prepare. It features seasoned beef in a tasty tomato sauce, layered with filling potatoes and topped with melted cheese.

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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 can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it a versatile dish for any meal.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole is a delicious way to enjoy all the flavors of tacos in one dish. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner.

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    Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole

    Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    This Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole is a lighter take on the classic comfort food. Packed with vegetables, pasta, a creamy cheese sauce, and tuna, it’s a great option for a family dinner.

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    Chicken Taco Casserole

    Chicken Taco Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    This Chicken Taco Casserole brings together all the delicious flavors of chicken tacos in a hearty dish. With creamy chicken, crunchy tortilla chips, and plenty of cheese, it's sure to become a family favorite.

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    Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole

    Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    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 meal that everyone in the family will love.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

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

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef or lamb, all covered in cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a tasty and healthy Mediterranean meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole

    Slow Cooker Overnight Breakfast Casserole
    Photo Credit: xoxo bella.

    This hearty dish is great for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Packed with leftover ham, eggs, veggies, cheese, and hash browns, it’s full of flavor and perfect for any time of day.

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    Mediterranean Lasagna

    Mediterranean Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Mediterranean Lasagna is packed with creamy feta cheese sauce, ricotta, and lots of mozzarella, along with artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, zucchini, garlic, and herbs. It's a delicious dish that you can prepare ahead of time and freeze for later.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is quick to prepare, taking only about 20 minutes total, with just 5 minutes of prep since you skip boiling the ravioli. Using store-bought cheese ravioli, this dish is perfect for busy nights and can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer.

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    Easy Chicken Broccoli Casserole

    Easy Chicken Broccoli Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    Chicken Broccoli Casserole is simple to prepare in advance, making weeknight dinners a breeze. It's creamy, filling, and packed with flavors that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Cattle Drive Casserole

    Cattle Drive Casserole.
    Photo Credit: 24 Bite.

    This is a filling and tasty casserole that combines the bold flavors of the Old West with a touch of Tex-Mex. It's perfect for making ahead and freezing 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 prepare in just 45 minutes, and using an oven-safe skillet means less cleanup afterwards.

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    Instant Pot Tuna Casserole

    Instant Pot Tuna Casserole
    Photo Credit: Mae's Menu.

    Instant Pot Tuna Casserole is a creamy and savory dish that brings comfort to your table. This family-friendly meal comes together in under 30 minutes with just a few simple steps.

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    Vegan Potato Frittata

    Vegan Potato Frittata.
    Photo Credit: Plant Based on a Budget.

    This dish features a smooth tofu base mixed with shredded potatoes or hashbrowns, along with your favorite veggies and protein. It's a hearty vegan breakfast casserole that's packed with nutrients and flavor.

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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 busy nights, and you'll definitely have some leftovers to enjoy later.

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    Cheesy Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

    Cheesy Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Mandi of the Mountains.

    This cheesy hamburger hashbrown casserole is super comforting and perfect for family dinners. It’s quick to prepare and can be made ahead to enjoy later.

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    Chicken Stuffing Casserole

    Chicken Stuffing Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This chicken stuffing casserole is a great option for a weeknight meal. It features tasty stove-top stuffing and shredded chicken mixed with a creamy mushroom sauce that everyone will enjoy.

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    Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole

    Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole.
    Photo credit: Dominican Cooking.

    Pastelón de arroz is a cheesy beef and rice casserole that turns leftover rice into a delicious meal. This dish is simple to prepare, packed with flavor, and loaded with vegetables, making it a great option for gatherings.

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    Crack Chicken Casserole

    Crack Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    Crack Chicken Casserole is a fantastic option for a cozy weeknight meal. It's creamy, cheesy, packed with bacon, and full of tender chicken and pasta, making it a hit with everyone at the table.

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    Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

    Heaping scoop of Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Posh Journal.

    The Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is easy to put together and great for serving a crowd. It's filling and delicious, loaded with crispy tater tots, fluffy eggs, milk, and fresh vegetables.

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    Sour Cream Noodle Bake

    Sour Cream Noodle Bake.
    Photo Credit: My Kitchen Serenity.

    Sour Cream Noodle Bake is a warm and comforting casserole that's perfect for any meal. It features creamy egg noodles, a hearty beef sauce, and gooey cheese in every layer.

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    Cheesy Chicken and Rice

    Cheesy Chicken and Rice
    Photo Credit: Easy Chicken Recipes.

    This casserole combines chicken, rice, broccoli, cauliflower, and Velveeta for a creamy and cheesy dish. It's simple to prepare and sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This crock pot lasagna is a great meal you can prepare ahead of time. It uses simple ingredients, including uncooked lasagna noodles, and the crock pot handles the cooking for you.

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    King Ranch Chicken Casserole

    King ranch chicken casserole.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    A Southern staple that makes the most comforting meal ever! Melty cheese, chicken, and southwest ingredients add a lot of flavor to this easy casserole with minimal 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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