These easy casserole dinner recipes will be your go-to recipes for hosting big dinners or when you need a freezer ready meal. Comfort food ideas at its best!
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It’s no secret you’re busy juggling work, the kid’s practice schedules, and making sure no one misses a doctor’s appointment. On nights like these, I like to prep ahead of time and serve a hearty casserole for dinner.
Casseroles may not always be the most Instagram worthy BUT they are insta-comfort food that everyone loves. AND they usually feed a small nation, which– if you end having an extra kiddo or two in the house, is PERFECT.
Today, I collected 20 tasty easy casserole dinner recipes so that if you need to feed a group tonight, you feel prepared.
Are Casseroles Make Ahead Freezer Friendly?
Yes! Generally, you want to cook your casseroles ahead of time in disposable aluminum pans. Casseroles with a lot of sauce tend to freeze the best. The ones that contain lots of dairy can change texture– I avoid making those ahead of time.
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Favorite Tools for the Best Casserole Recipes
- Staub Ceramic 9″ x 13″ Baking Dish
- Cast Iron Dutch Oven
- 9 x 13 Ceramic Casserole Dish
- Disposable Aluminum Foil Pans with Lids (Freezer Friendly)
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Ham and Cheesy Potato Casserole
An easy recipe for cheesy potato casserole! It’s perfect for making for parties and using leftover ham from the holidays!
Easy Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Make breakfast for dinner! This make-ahead casserole is perfect for any meal, any time!
This hearty, creamy chicken casserole is made a bit lighter by replacing white rice with quinoa. It's an easy, filling dinner that your entire family will enjoy!
Easy Cheesy Baked Ziti
A perfect Sunday night dinner! This easy baked ziti is super easy to make and feeds a large family!
Photo Credit:www.corriecooks.com
Ham Noodle Casserole
Make this casserole if you have leftover ham in the fridge. It is hearty, wholesome and so tasty on a chilly night. It is also so easy to prepare for busy nights.
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John Wayne Casserole Recipe
This meaty, cheesy casserole is so hearty! It is fit for a hungry man, or a hungry family. Serve with a salad for a complete meal.
Photo Credit:www.lowcarbspark.com
The Most Delicious Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Recipe
Make this million dollar casserole with chicken, cheese and bacon for a meal that tastes like, well, a million bucks!
Photo Credit:www.the-pasta-project.com
Baked Pasta Roses with ham and cheese
This baked pasta recipe is pretty and tasty. Roll up pasta with cheese and meat to make a really unique pasta rose. Smother this with butter, cheese or sauce for a filling family meal.
Photo Credit:twohealthykitchens.com
Comforting Stuffed Pepper Casserole with One-Step Italian Quinoa
Get a great meal on the table that is packed with veggies. This colorful stuffed pepper casserole is destined to be a favorite with your family.
Photo Credit:theblondcook.com
Broccoli Cheddar Potato Casserole
This casserole is loaded with cheese, veggies and potatoes for a hearty side that is so good, you might want to skip the meat and feast on this!
Photo Credit:agratefulmeal.com
Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake with Kale and Mushrooms
Make this creamy chicken pasta bake for a fast and filling meal. It has mushrooms, kale and cheese for a complete one dish meal.
Photo Credit:homesweetfarmhome.com
Easy Baked Ziti
You can’t go wrong with baked ziti for a great family meal this fall. This recipe has so much zesty sauce with creamy cheese for a filling dinner.
Photo Credit:www.twopinkpeonies.com
Cheesy Butternut Squash Casserole Recipe {savory & delicious}
This simple casserole tastes perfect on a chilly fall afternoon. It uses tasty squash with cheese for an easy dish to bring to the table to compliment so many meats.
Photo Credit:thetoastykitchen.com
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Make this casserole that is loaded with noodles, chicken, veggies and a creamy sauce, for comfort food, made easy. You will love this with bread for a complete meal.
Photo Credit:healthyfoodiegirl.com
Healthy Tater Tot Casserole
This creamy, cheesy casserole is loaded with good things! Mushrooms and ground turkey are paired with cheese and herbs, then topped with tots for a healthy dish that everyone will want a second helping of.
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Pumpkin Manicotti in Bechamel Sauce
This manicotti is perfect for fall. It has a delectable pumpkin flavor with a creamy bechamel sauce. I know you are going to love this on a chilly day.
Photo Credit:homanathome.com
Chicken Pot Pie Bubble Up Casserole
Grab a can of crescent rolls to make this delicious pot pie. It has a flaky buttery crust that tastes great with creamy chicken filling.
Photo Credit:www.mashupmom.com
Sausage, Peppers, & Onions Pierogi Casserole
Pack peppers, onions, sausage and pillowy soft pierogi into a casserole dish for an aromatic meal that everyone will want to dig into. This is easy and smells so good when baking!
Photo Credit:happyhoneykitchen.com
Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Make this enchilada bake for a delicious family style casserole dinner. It is so creamy and is loaded with chicken and cheese for a homemade take on a favorite dish.
Photo Credit:cookingwithjanica.com
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
This casserole has all of the flavor of chicken cordon bleu, but in a large size! This casserole is cheesy, delicious and sure to satisfy.
Which casserole are you making first? Let me know in the comments below!
Brittany
I’m a busy mom of two little ones who is constantly looking for the yummiest meals that are quick to make for school nights. I am a big fangirl of chalk paint projects because they make my DIY skills look amazing– even though I’m not a pro. I believe in creating routines to keep our days in check– even if they change each season! I completely understand what it’s like to be a Type A personality who tries to plan all the things, but still, wonder where to simply start.I’m a huge fan of not being Pinterest perfect. I prefer done over perfect any day.
