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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    38 Casseroles That Will Make You Feel All Cozy Inside

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 15, 2024, updated November 19, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Casseroles are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up chilly evenings. These hearty dishes combine flavors and textures in a way that feels like a big hug on a plate. From classic favorites to creative twists, there’s a casserole for everyone to enjoy.

    Creamy Burrito Casserole

    Creamy Burrito Casserole.
    Photo Credit: In the Kitch.

    This creamy burrito casserole is packed with layers of meat, cheese, tortillas, and peppers, giving it a delicious Mexican twist. It's a simple and enjoyable meal that everyone in the family will appreciate.

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    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    This cheesy ravioli casserole is one of the simplest dishes you can make. With just four simple ingredients and store-bought shortcuts, you can prep this dish in 5 minutes, and eat in under 40!
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish is super easy to prepare with just four basic ingredients and some store-bought items. You can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.

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    Sloppy Joe Biscuit Bake

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

    Busy weeknights can still be delicious and easy without resorting to fast food. This sloppy Joe biscuit bake is sure to please everyone at the dinner table.

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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 delicious casserole that's cheesy and has a nice kick. This dish is easy to prepare and goes well with chicken, beef, or any protein you like.

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    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole combines the classic taste of a bacon cheeseburger with pasta, creating a filling dish that everyone in the family will enjoy. Even the pickiest eaters will find this cheesy casserole hard to resist.

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    Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

    Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is the ultimate comfort food. It's a filling dish with seasoned ground beef, corn, beans, and a light cornbread topping, perfect for busy weeknights.

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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 using an oven-safe skillet, keeping cleanup to a minimum.

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    One Pan Dorito Casserole

    One pan Dorito casserole on a dish.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Dorito casserole is simple to whip up with just 10 ingredients and takes only 30 minutes to prepare. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese

    Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This mac and cheese is packed with cheese and is really simple to prepare. Just combine everything in one dish, bake it, and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of mozzarella and gorgonzola.

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    Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

    Chicken Pot Pie Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken pot pie casserole is full of cozy flavors and can be whipped up in less than an hour with just one pan. It's a perfect dish for a comforting meal.

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    Zucchini Casserole

    Zucchini bake.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    This Zucchini Casserole is a great way to enjoy vegetables while getting your cheese fix. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for cozy nights in.

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    Ranch Chicken & Potato Casserole

    Ranch potato bake.
    Photo credit: The Food Blog.

    Ranch Chicken and Potato Casserole is a warm and satisfying meal featuring broccoli, bacon, and cheese all baked together in one dish. It's an easy and delicious choice for a quick weeknight dinner.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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

    This dish combines cheesy chicken, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach for a warm and filling meal. It's easy to make and will leave you feeling content.

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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 the entire dish ready in under an hour.

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    Baked Vegan Pasta

    Vegan pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Plant Based Folk.

    This vegan pasta bake is creamy, gluten-free, and packed with vegetables. It's an easy and tasty dish that doesn't require any boiling.

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    Chicken Rice Casserole

    Chicken Rice Casserole
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Chicken Rice Casserole is a straightforward dish that takes just 15 minutes to prepare. After that, the oven takes over, giving you a tasty cheesy chicken and rice dinner in less than an hour.

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    Cheesy No-Boil Lasagna

    Cheesy No-Boil Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    No-Boil Lasagna is quick to prepare, needing just 10 minutes of your time before it goes in the oven. There's no need to boil the noodles, making it a simple and cozy meal option.

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    Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake

    Pizza pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This quick and easy pizza pasta bake is great for busy evenings. It goes straight into the oven without needing to pre-cook the pasta, and it's loaded with cheese and pizza flavor that the whole 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 a comforting dish that combines canned tuna, mozzarella cheese, and a few easy ingredients. It's perfect for a cozy meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole brings a fun twist to taco night by mixing all your favorite flavors into one simple dish. With ground beef, salsa, and lots of cheese, it's great for a potluck or a quick dinner during the week.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake

    A creamy pesto pasta bake.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This pesto pasta bake is creamy and cheesy, and you can make it all in one pan without any special cooking skills. It’s ready in under an hour, bringing the taste of restaurant pasta right to your kitchen.

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    Rigatoni al Forno

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

    Rigatoni al forno is a classic Italian bake that's easy to prepare and this version is very filling with lots of veggies added. This dish combines a variety of flavors and textures, and the veggies make it a slightly healthier choice for a quick dinner.

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    Bean & Pasta Casserole

    Bean & Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Hurry The Food Up.

    This veggie casserole combines white beans, pasta, and cherry tomatoes into a warm and healthy dish. It's perfect for a comforting meal that will fill you up.

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    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

    Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    This easy enchilada casserole is a great way to simplify your cooking. It's loaded with vegetables, beans, cheese, and a delicious homemade sauce.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    A spoonful of cheesy tortellini casserole.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    This casserole is loaded with cheese and is really filling, making it a great choice for a comforting meal anytime. It's the kind of dish that warms you up and makes you feel right at home.

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    Baked Ravioli Casserole

    Baked Ravioli Casserole.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This baked ravioli casserole is easy to whip up in just 20 minutes, with only 5 minutes of prep time. Using ready-made cheese ravioli means you can skip boiling, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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    Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Casserole

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

    This is a comforting pasta dish that combines familiar flavors in a delicious way. It has pasta in a creamy cheese sauce with ham and chicken, all topped with a crunchy breadcrumb layer.

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    Kimchi Mac and Cheese

    Kimchi Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: Mikha Eats.

    This mac and cheese is a delicious take on the classic dish. It's packed with gooey cheese, a crunchy topping, and a kick of kimchi that adds a nice twist.

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    Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole

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

    This casserole combines ground beef, cheese, bell peppers, and onions to bring the classic flavors of a cheese steak sandwich into a warm and cozy dish. It's a hearty meal that's perfect for a comforting dinner.

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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 comforting and satisfying dish. It's a simple and tasty option for a cozy dinner.

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    Ranch Turkey Casserole

    Ranch Turkey Casserole.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    This 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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    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese

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

    Goat cheese mac and cheese offers a delicious spin on the classic dish. It combines macaroni with a creamy goat cheese sauce, adds some herbs, and is topped with crispy breadcrumbs and parmesan.

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    Mediterranean Veggie Casserole

    A veggie and tomato casserole.
    Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian.

    This casserole is simple to prepare; just combine the ingredients and pop it in the oven. You'll enjoy tasty vegetables smothered in a rich garlic sauce.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    This dish combines tasty buffalo flavors with an easy dump-and-bake pasta method. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for cozy nights in.

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    Spaghetti Casserole

    Spaghetti Casserole.
    Photo credit: Dominican Cooking.

    This Dominican spaghetti casserole is a filling meal that you can tweak to suit your taste. It's great for sharing at potlucks or having a cozy dinner at home.

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    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole

    Leftover boiled potato casserole.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    Leftover boiled potatoes can turn into a comforting casserole that's easy to prepare. This dish combines creamy and cheesy goodness, giving you all the flavors of a loaded baked potato.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This casserole is loaded with chicken and broccoli, creating a filling meal that you'll want to enjoy again. It's perfect for cozy nights when you want something warm and satisfying.

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    Monterey Chicken Casserole

    Monterey Chicken Casserole.
    Photo credit: Zona's Lazy Recipes.

    This casserole is simple to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal. With zesty BBQ sauce, juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy Monterey Jack cheese, it's a dish that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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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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