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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    32 Hearty Casseroles That Will Keep Everyone Coming Back for More

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 4, 2024, updated December 17, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Casseroles are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in. These hearty dishes combine flavors and textures in a way that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. From classic favorites to new twists, there's a casserole for every occasion that will warm your heart and fill your belly.

    Pizza Baked Butter Beans

    Baked butter beans in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Life as a Strawberry.

    Pizza baked beans are a simple and satisfying dish perfect for quick dinners. Just mix canned beans with pizza sauce, add your favorite toppings, and bake for a cozy meal that goes well with some crusty bread, all in just 30 minutes.

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    Seafood Pasta Bake

    Baked seafood pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This seafood pasta casserole is loaded with creamy cheese and baked to perfection, creating a satisfying dish. It's a meal that will leave your family wanting seconds.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    A spoonful of cheesy Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, you’ll have a cheesy dish featuring Cheddar and Gruyere, all made in one pan without any boiling or complicated steps.

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    Spaghetti Casserole

    Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo credit: Dominican Cooking.

    This Dominican spaghetti casserole is a hearty meal that won't break the bank and is easy to prepare. You can tweak it to suit your taste and it's perfect for gatherings like potlucks or cookouts.

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    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb

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

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty dish filled with vegetables, ground beef or lamb, and plenty of melted cheese. By leaving out the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, it focuses on eggplant, making it a healthy and delicious Mediterranean meal.

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    Cajun Chicken Pasta Casserole

    Cajun chicken pasta casserole.
    Photo credit: Practically Homemade.

    Cajun flavors are always a favorite, and casseroles simplify meal prep. Just bake everything together and enjoy the creamy sauce that comes together without any extra steps.

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    Rigatoni al Forno

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

    This veggie rigatoni al forno is a hearty Italian bake that your family will enjoy. It's a comforting blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone wanting more.

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    Cheesy Beef & Rice Casserole

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

    This beef and rice casserole, called Pastelón de arroz, is a great way to use leftover rice. It's full of flavor and veggies, making it a simple and filling meal that's perfect for sharing with family and friends.

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    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    This dish offers an easy way to prepare enchiladas. It's loaded with vegetables, beans, cheese, and a delicious homemade sauce.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This mac and cheese is incredibly cheesy and can be made in just one dish, so there's no need to pre-cook anything. With mozzarella and gorgonzola, it’s a simple and comforting meal that everyone will love.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is simple and comes together in just 20 minutes, with only 5 minutes of prep time. Using pre-made cheese ravioli means you can skip boiling, making it a great option for busy weeknights, and it can be prepared in advance and stored for later.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is loaded with cheese and flavor, making it a dish your family will want to enjoy again and again. It's the perfect comfort food that everyone can appreciate.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

    sun-dried tomato pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken and pasta casserole is loaded with cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, creating a hearty meal that's easy to prepare. It's a great option for family dinners when you want something comforting and delicious.

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    Leftover Potato Casserole

    Leftover boiled potato casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    Leftover boiled potatoes can be transformed into a delicious casserole. This dish is creamy, cheesy, and super simple to prepare, capturing all the classic flavors of baked potatoes.

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    Buffalo Chicken Lasagna Rolls

    Buffalo Chicken Lasagna Rolls.
    Photo credit: Tia Clara.

    Buffalo chicken lasagna rolls combine shredded chicken and spicy buffalo sauce wrapped in lasagna noodles, topped with cheese. This dish pairs well with fresh vegetables for a filling and healthy meal.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake

    Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This creamy and cheesy pesto pasta bake is simple to make in just one pan. It's a delicious meal that comes together in under an hour, even better than what you'd find at a restaurant.

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    Ranch Turkey Casserole

    Ranch Turkey Casserole.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    This ranch turkey taco casserole combines ground turkey, Doritos, veggies, Greek yogurt, and taco seasoning for a delicious meal. It's a simple dish that brings a fun twist to taco night.

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    Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

    Spinach chicken artichoke casserole.
    Photo credit: Nibble and Dine.

    This spinach artichoke chicken casserole is creamy and tasty, featuring rotisserie chicken and frozen vegetables for quick preparation. You can have this delicious dish ready in under an hour.

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    Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Casserole

    Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Three Olives Branch.

    Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a delicious pasta bake that brings together the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu. It has pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with ham and chicken, all topped with crunchy breadcrumbs.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole puts a fun spin on taco night with ground beef, salsa, and lots of cheese all in one dish. It's great for a quick family dinner or a potluck that everyone will enjoy.

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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 a weeknight dinner. 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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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

    Buffalo chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Enjoy the flavors of buffalo chicken in a straightforward pasta bake that's quick to prepare. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something delicious without a lot of work.

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    French Fry Casserole

    Leftover french fries casserole topped with sour cream.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Leftover french fries can be turned into a cheesy and spicy casserole that's really satisfying. This dish is easy to prepare and goes well with chicken, beef, or any protein you like.

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    Spicy Chicken and Cauliflower Casserole

    Spicy Chicken and Cauliflower Casserole.
    Photo Credit: A Taste of Madness.

    This Spicy Chicken and Cauliflower Casserole uses just 5 simple ingredients and is perfect for a tasty weeknight meal. It's an easy dish that your family will love.

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    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

    Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This tuna pasta bake is creamy and packed with flavor, featuring canned tuna and mozzarella cheese along with a few easy ingredients. It's a comforting dish that your family will love.

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    One Pot Burrito Bowl Skillet

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

    These Mexican burrito bowls are quick to prepare in one pot and ready in just 30 minutes, which makes cleanup easy. They're perfect for busy weeknights when you want a filling meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Enchilada Bake

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    This Enchilada Bake is simple to make with ingredients you probably already have at home, and it's delicious enough that your family will want it again and again. You can whip it up in your slow cooker, so there's no need to even heat up the oven.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This filling casserole combines chicken and broccoli, creating a satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy. It's perfect for busy nights and you'll likely have some delicious leftovers.

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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 whip up in just 45 minutes, and using an oven-safe skillet means less cleanup.

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This vegan pasta bake is creamy and loaded with vegetables. It's great served hot or cold, and it's also gluten-free.

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    Masala Mac and Cheese

    Masala Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: Easy Indian Cookbook.

    Masala Mac and Cheese offers a fun spin on a beloved classic. This dish combines the creamy goodness of mac and cheese with the spicy flavors of Indian masalas, making it a satisfying meal that's easy to whip up in an Instant Pot.

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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Savory with Soul.

    Philly Cheesesteak Casserole combines ground beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions to create a cozy dish that captures the flavors of a classic cheesesteak sandwich. It's a hearty meal that your family will love.

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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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