21 Casserole Recipes Perfect for Busy Nights and Big Appetites

In this roundup of 21 casserole recipes, you’ll find classics like cheesy baked pasta, creamy chicken and rice, and savory beef bakes, along with lighter twists and veggie-friendly options. These dishes are ideal for busy weeknights when you need something quick to assemble, as well as special gatherings where comfort food is always a hit. Each recipe combines simple ingredients in creative ways, making it easy to whip up meals that feel both homey and special.

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch with cauliflower, cheese, and parsley in a white casserole dish with a wooden spoon. — Keto Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Keto chicken bacon ranch casserole is a cheesy dish that everyone will love! With minimal ingredients, this tasty dish is a quick and easy dinner option.
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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy days! Just toss everything in and let your slow cooker do the work. With seasoned beef, tender potatoes, sweet corn, a creamy sauce, and plenty of melted cheese, you’ll have a hearty, cozy meal that the whole family will love.
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Keto Broccoli Cheese Casserole

This Keto Broccoli Cheese Casserole is super rich and filling. It's a perfect keto casserole to bring to pot lucks or for family dinners.
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Spaghetti Casserole

This delicious Spaghetti Casserole combines the heartiness of spaghetti, the richness of savory sauce, and the creaminess of cheese and sour cream, creating a mouthwatering medley that is sure to please the entire family.
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Turkey And Rice Casserole

A casserole dish filled with vegetables and cheese. — Turkey And Rice Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This creamy and hearty Cheesy Turkey and Rice Casserole recipe is perfect to use leftover turkey. Filled with fresh vegetables like carrots, broccoli, tomatoes, and lots of cheesy goodness this easy-to-make casserole is always a family favorite.
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Sloppy Joe Casserole

Cheesy, meaty, and loaded with classic Sloppy Joes flavor, this easy Sloppy Joes Pasta is a casserole the whole family will love! I serve it with a salad and garlic bread for a full and hearty meal!
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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

A casserole dish with chicken and vegetables in it. — Shrimp and Grits Casserole. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Creamy cheesy grits baked lown and slow in the oven and topped with a garlicky shrimp sauce? Yes please! Do your grits differently and try this easy no-fail Shrimp & Grits Casserole today!
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

So much easier than the French classic, this Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is a meaty dish that's packed with flavor. It's also a 1-dish meal, so dig in!
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Pork Chops and Stuffing Casserole

Stuffing and pork chops in a frying pan. — Pork Chops and Stuffing Casserole. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Pork chops are quickly browned and layered in with soft tender stuffing. Then it's baked to produce moist and tender chops and stuffing.
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Buffalo chicken ravioli casserole

Cheesy chicken casserole in a white dish. — Buffalo chicken ravioli casserole. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Buffalo chicken ravioli casserole is a quick and easy family favorite that takes just minutes to put together thanks to convenience products.
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Air Fryer Egg Casserole

A white casserole dish with an egg casserole in it. — Air Fryer Egg Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This air fryer egg casserole is your go-to recipe for a quick, delicious breakfast that's sure to impress. It's incredibly easy to whip up, perfect for those busy mornings or when you want a cozy weekend brunch.
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Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole

A baked dessert with a golden-brown crust sits in a black slow cooker. — Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This Crock Pot Hawaiian roll French toast casserole recipe is so easy you won’t believe you waited this long to try making it. You get a gorgeous, delicious casserole that I think you’re going to love.
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Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole

This Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole is a delicious one-pot weeknight dinner idea that is easy enough for beginner cooks to make — no stuffing vegetables required. It comes together in just 45 minutes and yields a filling, flavorful family meal.
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Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs

Golden-brown cheesy biscuits, sausage, and eggs topped with chopped herbs in a red floral-patterned baking dish. — Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs is the kind of hearty, flavor-packed breakfast that turns a regular morning into something worth celebrating. Buttery, garlicky Cheddar Bay biscuits soak up all the goodness of savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese—because why settle for ordinary when you can have over-the-top delicious?
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Egg Sausage Breakfast Casserole

A hashbrown casserole in a white baking dish. — Egg Sausage Breakfast Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy a delicious breakfast sausage hashbrown casserole, combining savory sausages and golden hashbrowns for a tasty morning meal the whole family will love. Best of all, you can prepare this casserole ahead of time and in the morning, just pop it into the oven for a family feast first thing in the morning.
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Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole

A plate with a slice of Egg & Potato Breakfast Casserole and a fork. — Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Delicious and so satisfying, this Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole is a simple breakfast option that's both easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. This dish is not only a crowd-pleaser for family gatherings or special brunches like Christmas morning, but it's also simple enough to whip up for a hearty weekend breakfast.
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Low Carb Meatloaf with Cheese and Leeks

Meatloaf with green leek around it. — Low Carb Meatloaf with Cheese and Leeks. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Quick and easy Low Carb Meatloaf Recipe with cheese and leeks is a perfect idea for a tiny bit different way of making meatloaf recipes. With our fresh, bright green, juicy, and double cheesy meatloaf recipe that is fully gluten free, grain free, and perfect for diabetics, you are going to win with your family the second this dinner is placed on the table.
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Sauerkraut Casserole with Ground Beef

Eating a casserole on a plate with fork. — Sauerkraut Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

I am introducing you to our Sauerkraut Casserole Recipe with Ground Beef, a delightful dish combining German sauerkraut casserole with hearty plain beef or sausage meat and lots of cheese. For a vegan twist, swap out the beef with noodles and savor the comforting essence of sauerkraut casserole while enjoying a plant-based delight.
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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

This Philly cheesesteak casserole recipe brings loads of flavor to the table in a quick and easy dinner meal, ready in 30 minutes or less. With five ingredients, plus salt and pepper, this is sure to be a family favorite!
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Green Bean Hamburger Casserole

Green bean casserole being served with wooden spoon. — Green Bean Hamburger Casserole. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Make this green bean casserole with ground beef for dinner in less than an hour, including bake time. This version features hamburger meat, green beans, cream cheese, and shredded cheese baked in a casserole dish. It’s a budget-friendly dish that the whole family can enjoy together.
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Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Casserole

Enjoy a creamy and cheesy chicken casserole with the added goodness of broccoli. This chicken broccoli alfredo casserole brings together tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and a rich alfredo sauce for a comforting and wholesome 30 minute meal.
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