Short on time but craving something homey to serve up for dinner? Look no further than these easy casserole recipes!
There’s something about casseroles that just make me feel happy, maybe it’s because they’re simple, flavorful one-pot meals that feed the whole family! From cozy classics to trendy casseroles, I’ve got a ton of faves! Scroll to see all of my absolute favorite easy casserole recipes!
13. Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
This rich and creamy chicken casserole lives up to its name. Made with tender shredded chicken, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup and a buttery cracker topping, it’s the kind of staple meal you’ll come back to again and again. This easy recipe uses rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breast, making it a great way to use up leftover chicken from other recipes.
The texture is ultra creamy with a golden, crispy topping that’ll knock your socks off! Pair it with a side salad for a full meal that’s guaranteed to please a hungry crowd.
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350F degrees .
- Shred cooked rotisserie chicken using forks. Set aside. Cook and dice the bacon. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, bacon and chicken. Spread the mixture into a 9×13 casserole dish.
- Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Place the Ritz crackers into a large freezer bag and crush them, using a rolling pin or a heavy measuring cup. Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl. Stir in the cracker crumbs until coated.
- Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the chicken and cheese. Bake for 35 minutes.
12. Chicken Parm Casserole
We took Chicken Parm and made it a casserole! This recipe has all the flavors of classic Chicken Parmesan in one easy-bake dinner. Think crispy chicken, rich tomato sauce, tender pasta and plenty of melty cheese layered in a baking dish. It is a great way to use leftover chicken cutlets.
No leftovers? Grab them frozen from the grocery store. Enjoy this cheesy casserole with a side salad or Caesar salad, garlic bread and a glass of wine!
Chicken Parm Casserole
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375F degrees. Boil and drain the pasta according to package directions for al dente.
- Take the cooked chicken cutlets and cut them into bite sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, 1 cup of mozzarella, pasta sauce dried spices, salt, sugar and egg.
- In a 9×13 baking dish, layer half of the ricotta mixture, then half of the cooked pasta, then half of the chicken. Repeat the layers one more time.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella evenly across the top of the casserole. Bake in the preheated oven 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
11. Cheesy Chicken Butternut Squash Casserole
Among one-dish dinners, this cozy casserole reigns supreme! This chicken casserole has nutty Gruyere cheese and sweet butternut squash underneath a crispy, buttery breadcrumb topping. Best of all, everything cooks in the same baking dish. A true dump and bake meal! If you’re looking for a fall-inspired dinner, you’ll absolutely love this one.
Chicken Butternut Squash Casserole
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Dice the onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, egg and herbs until the mixture it smooth. Fold in the onions, squash and chicken.
- Transfer the squash mixture to a 9×13 baking dish. Arrange the cubed gruyere cheese over the casserole.
- Melt the butter in a small bowl. Stir in the bread crumbs until coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake 65-70 minutes, until squash is fork tender. Allow the casserole to rest for 20 minutes before serving.
10. BBQ Chicken Casserole
It happens every summer. I go overboard with the barbecued chicken and then try to force feed leftovers of the same chicken to my family for days afterwards. Let’s shake it up a little, shall we? This BBQ chicken casserole is a totally reimagined way to enjoy a summertime favorite.
Smoky, tangy BBQ sauce meets tender chicken, rice and cheese in this bold one-dish dinner. We also throw in sweet summer corn, salty bacon, green chiles and diced tomatoes. The result is a super satisfying, flavor-packed meal that you won’t have to force feed. Win win!
Easy BBQ Chicken Casserole Recipe (with Rice)
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Transfer the chicken mixture to a 9×13 baking dish.
- Sprinkle the top of the casserole with additional grated cheddar cheese. Bake for 25 minutes.
- Garnish with extra chopped green onions before serving, if desired.
9. Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Turkey
If you are familiar with the Midwestern favorite called “hotdish”, you’ll love this lighter spin on the classic. We’re swapping ground turkey for ground beef to reduce fat and calories without compromising flavor and protein. It only takes seven ingredients to make this cozy, comforting meal that’s topped with golden brown tater tots. And who doesn’t love tots?
Easy Tater Tot Casserole Recipe with Ground Turkey
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Brown turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When turkey is almost browned, add the diced bacon and cook another 2 minutes. Drain liquid and season with salt and black pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, soup and eggs. Add the ground turkey mixture to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
- Transfer the turkey mixture to a 9×13 baking dish. Arrange the tater tots in a single layer over the turkey.
- Bake 20 minutes. Remove the casserole dish from the oven and sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Place it back into the oven for 10 more minutes.
- Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing into individual servings. Sprinkle with chopped scallions before serving.
8. Cheesy Zucchini Casserole
This veggie-packed bake, made with tangy sour cream and three kinds of melty cheese, is the best thing that ever happened to zucchini! Rich, creamy and never watery, this casserole pairs perfectly with a main course protein like roasted chicken, steak or even seafood.
Although this recipe comes in handy quite often in the summer when we’re trying to get creative with zucchini recipes, it has become a mainstay on our holiday table for Thanksgiving and Christmas. There’s never a bad time to eat your veggies, especially when they taste this good!
Cheesy Zucchini Casserole Recipe with Sour Cream
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Slice zucchini into half circles. Dice onion. Cut gruyere cheese into cubes.
- Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in a large nonstick pan. Saute the zucchini and onions until tender. Add the salt and combine well. Transfer the zucchini mixture to a colander over the sink. Allow to drain for 20 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese and Parmesan. Gently fold the zucchini mixture into the sour cream mixture. Transfer to an 8×8 baking dish. Arrange gruyere cubes over top.
- Melt the remaining 2 Tbsp. of butter in a small bowl. Combine with the panko bread crumbs. Sprinkle panko mixture evenly over the zucchini. Bake 40 minutes.
7. Everything Bagel Casserole with Smoked Salmon
Brunch-for-dinner just got easier. Or, brunch for brunch! This savory recipe combines bagels, eggs, cream cheese and smoked salmon in one easy, make-ahead casserole. I created this recipe when I had an abundance of day-old bagels left over from a family brunch, and it’s been a favorite ever since.
Assemble it a day ahead and let the bagels soak up the delicious cream cheese custard overnight. It couldn’t be easier to get your bagel and lox fix!
Everything Bagel Casserole Recipe with Smoked Salmon
Ingredients
Method
- Cut the bagels into cubes. Arrange them on a baking sheet and toast them at 350 degrees for 3-4 minutes. Coat a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place the bagel pieces into the baking dish.
- Place the eggs, cream cheese and half-and-half in a large bowl. Using an electric hand mixer, beat them together. There will still be chunks of cream cheese, which is okay. Stir in the smoked salmon, capers and chives.
- Pour the salmon mixture over the bagels. Cover with plastic wrap and weigh down with another baking dish. Refrigerate overnight or at least 1 hour.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Unwrap the casserole and top with slices of Swiss cheese. Bake 40-45 minutes.
- Cool at least 20 minutes before slicing into squares. Garnish with additional fresh chives and fresh ground black pepper, if desired.
6. Jalapeño Corn Casserole
Of all the easy casseroles on this list, this corn casserole with a kick is the most versatile. It’s as perfect for a summer barbecue as it is for a holiday side dish. And with only six simple ingredients, it couldn’t be easier to make! This casserole is creamy and sweet with just the right amount of heat.
It’s finished with a generous layer of sharp cheddar cheese for the ultimate flavor experience. Pair it with grilled, roasted or barbecued meats and watch the compliments roll in.
Easy Jalapeño Corn Casserole with Cheddar Cheese
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Drain the can of corn kernels. Combine the corn kernels, cream-style corn, sour cream, corn muffin mix jalapeno peppers in a large bowl. Spread the corn mixture in a greased 8×8 casserole dish. Bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over top, and place back into the oven for another 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
5. Viral One Pan Dumpling Bake
A social media favorite that lives up to the hype! If you’re craving a meal with minimal prep and maximum flavor, this is the one for you. Frozen dumplings bake in a savory sauce featuring garlic, ginger, rice vinegar and soy sauce.
And it all happens in one casserole dish! Customize the recipe with your favorite kind of dumplings, and enjoy them with rice or noodles for extra coziness.
Viral One Pan Dumpling Bake
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 375F degrees.
- In a 9×13 baking dish, whisk together the coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey, lime juice and vinegar and until silky and smooth.
- Layer the bok choy in the baking dish so that it covers the bottom.
- Arrange the dumplings in rows on top of the bok choy, allowing them to overlap slightly. Cover the baking dish with foil.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
- Spoon the sauce over the dumplings. Garnish with chopped scallions, sesame seeds and chili oil if desired.
4. Spicy Tuna Sushi Bake
If you love the flavors of sushi, try this warm, scoopable casserole layered with rice, cooked tuna and creamy toppings. You’ve never had sushi like this before! This sushi bake is easy to customize with canned tuna, salmon or even imitation crabmeat.
And it’s much more budget friendly than using fresh fish! This fun, shareable dish is perfect for entertaining or a casual weeknight meal.
Sushi Bake Recipe with Spicy Tuna (Easy & Delicious!)
Ingredients
Method
- Make the rice: Bring 2 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the rice. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir the rice vinegar, sugar, salt and sesame seeds into the hot rice.
- Make the spicy tuna: Whisk together the mayo and sriracha in a large bowl. Drain the tuna and break it into small flakes. Stir the tuna into the spicy mayo.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Coat an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish with sesame oil. Press the cooked rice firmly into the dish. Lay the nori sheets on top of the rice. Spread the tuna mixture on top of the nori.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Top with diced avocado, diced cucumber and diced scallions. Drizzle yum yum sauce and additional sriracha, if desired.
3. Easy Taco Bake
Taco nights were always the best nights when I was growing up. And this easy taco bake recipe makes taco night better than ever! It’s got layers of all the best taco ingredients like seasoned ground meat and sharp cheese and it’s topped with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomato, green onions and salsa.
Best of all, it’s got a crunchy layer of corn chips inside, plus more on top to give it just the right amount of salty, satisfying texture. Everything you love about tacos baked into one cheesy, satisfying casserole.
Easy Taco Bake Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Heat diced onions and ground meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until meat is browned and onions are soft. Drain any excess liquid.
- Lower the heat and stir in the taco sauce. Use a potato masher to break the meat into smaller pieces. Remove from heat.
- In a medium sized bowl, combine the refried beans and salsa. Spread the bean mixture onto the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking dish or 9" cast iron skillet.
- Place 1/2 of the bag of Fritos into a plastic bag and crush them with your hands. Sprinkle crushed Fritos evenly over the bean mixture.
- Layer the meat over the crushed Fritos, followed by the shredded cheese. Bake 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven. Top with remaining Fritos and your toppings of choice (shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped scallions, etc.)
2. Turkey Sausage Pasta Bake
Hearty and comforting, this pasta bake is what my kids ask for when they want a taste of home. It features savory turkey sausage in a rich tomato sauce with tender pasta and lots of melty cheese. Pure comfort! Round out your meal with a crisp salad, garlic knots or garlic bread.
Turkey Sausage Pasta Bake
Ingredients
Method
- Coat the bottom of a large stockpot with extra virgin olive oil. Add diced onions and minced garlic and toss in the olive oil until coated. Set the pot to medium heat. Once the garlic and onions start to sizzle and soften, add the diced sweet peppers and stir to combine. Allow this mixture to soften, 2-3 minutes.
- Add tomato puree, dry spices, salt, pepper and sugar. Stir until combined. Lower heat to a simmer.
- Peel the casing off the sausage links and break into bite-sized pieces. Drop the pieces into the gravy. Cover and simmer for at least 2 hours, occasionally stirring gently.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente pasta. Drain.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, egg and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella. Add 3-4 cups of tomato gravy and sausage, depending on how saucy you like it. Add the cooked pasta.
- Pour the entire thing into a 9×13 baking dish. Dot with additional spoonfuls of gravy and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over top. Bake for 20 minutes, until cheese is melted.
1. Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Bake
This cozy meal is comfort food at its best, and easiest. It’s a creamy, cheesy and rich casserole that also packs a solid punch of protein and veggies. There’s also no rice or pasta in this recipe, so you’ll save yourself some carbs. Maybe you’ll feel a little less guilty having seconds?
Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Bake
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Thaw broccoli and squeeze dry with paper towels. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl except for chicken, bread crumbs and butter. Fold in cubed chicken. Pour mixture into a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter and bread crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over chicken mixture. Bake for 1 hour.
Tips for making the Best Casseroles
1. Don’t overcook your proteins. If you’re using pre-cooked meats in a casserole, they should be just-cooked. They’ll finish cooking in the oven and won’t dry out.
2. Use a shallow baking dish. A 9×13 casserole dish that’s about 2-3 inches deep promotes even cooking.
3. Cover at first. To prevent over-browning, cover the casserole with a layer of aluminum foil during the first few minutes of baking. Remove it later to get a golden brown top.
When you try one of these easy dinner recipes, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a comment below and let me know which one you tried. Stay cozy!
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