On a busy night, there’s nothing better than having a tried and true casserole recipe ready to make. Casseroles are cost-effective, feed a crowd, easy to make, and guaranteed to put a smile on even the pickiest eater. The next time you’re thinking to yourself I don’t have time to make dinner, turn to one of these 12 recipes. They give new life to the humble casserole.
Mama's Chicken Pie
"This is one of our favorite chicken pies. When my son would come home from a tour of duty as a Marine, this is the one thing he requested to eat every time." - Janet
Too Hot to Tot! Tater Tot Hotdish
"Hotdish recipes are popular in the Upper Midwest. They are casseroles cooked in a single dish and popular at potluck dinners. Barbara's version is perfectly seasoned and fantastic. We love the bits of sweet corn throughout and the crispy tater tots on top. This dish is going to go fast when served." - The Kitchen Crew
Cheeseburger Casserole
"A great cheeseburger without the bottom bun which means fewer carbs right? We loved this and I think I loved it the most since I could of, but didn't, eat the whole thing. Everything about it tasted like a cheeseburger!" - Kathy
Sloppy Joe Casserole
"Feeding a family of five I am sucker for easy hearty casseroles and this is an oldie but goody . This is one of those recipes all busy moms should have on their go to recipe list, trust me it will be a family favorite. It has the yummy comforting flavors of a Sloppy Joe but all in one dish. I have been cooking a version of this for years but it is forever changing and this is what it has morphed into today." - Debbie
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
"Everyone LOVES this recipe. It's a personal one of mine that I have tweaked to perfection. The casserole is even great the next day... if there is even any left. At my house, it is usually gone within 4 hours. It's super quick, cheap, and easy." - Erin
Pepperoni Pizza Casserole
"A quick and easy pasta casserole with all of the flavours of a pepperoni pizza!" - Kevin
My Swiss Cheese Tuna Casserole
"My family asks for this dish at least once a month. Even people that don't care for tuna love it!! It's easy to make and tastes even better the next day." - Amanda
Baked Crack Chicken Casserole
"A family favorite, Baked Crack Chicken Casserole is an easy, delicious dinner that’s loaded with flavors. This comfort food will become your go-to recipe for busy weeknights." - Paula
Shepherdess' Pie
"I had some leftover chicken and decided to do a spin on Shepherd's Pie and since it is made with chicken instead of lamb or beef I thought I'd call it Shepherdess' Pie." - Patti
Heavenly Casserole
"The cheeses melt in your mouth with an Italian sweetness." - Debra
Hearty Hamburger Pie
"Put this hearty casserole in your recipe box because, after one bite, it will become a new family favorite. It's similar to a shepherd's pie... but so much more. The meat is full of flavor from the onion soup mix and gets sandwiched between cheesy potatoes. Tomato soup and French fried onions mixed in add tons more flavor. We did add the optional sour cream, butter, and bacon to the potatoes - boy did it amp up the potatoes." - The Kitchen Crew