Comfort Food Casseroles (Deliciously Easy)

These Comfort Food Casseroles are the ones you'll want on repeat, cheesy, hearty, and easy enough to pull together on a weeknight. Whether you bake it in the oven or let it go low and slow in the slow cooker, every one of these is built for real, satisfying comfort you'll come back to.

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I've split this into mains and sides, so whether you need the whole dinner or just something to round out the plate, there's a casserole here for you.

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Mains

From cheesy chicken bakes to hearty beef casseroles, these are the ones built to be dinner on their own, no extra sides required to feel like a complete, satisfying meal.

Southwest Chicken Casserole

This Southwest Chicken Casserole is cheesy, hearty, and loaded with bold Southwest flavor in every bite, a go-to weeknight favorite that never disappoints.

Southwest Chicken Casserole with a Spoon
Southwest Chicken Casserole Recipe
This Southwest Chicken Casserole is a hearty, flavor-packed dish that brings together tender chicken, bold spices, and creamy melted cheese. Made in just one pan, this casserole is simple to make for a busy weeknight with its minimal prep and big flavor.
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Southwest Chicken Casserole in a Baking Dish on a Serving Spoon

Cheesy Chicken Casserole

This Cheesy Chicken Casserole is rich, creamy, and comforting, a simple weeknight bake that the whole family will ask for again.

Cheesy Chicken Casserole on a plate close up
Cheesy Chicken Casserole
This Cheesy Chicken Casserole is creamy and comforting, with tender chicken, broccoli, pasta, and a rich homemade cheese sauce.
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Cheesy Chicken Casserole in a casserole dish

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Casserole

Craving that same creamy, cheesy comfort in pasta form? My Buffalo Chicken Pasta is another easy weeknight favorite worth adding to the rotation.

Buffalo Chicken Casserole from above garnished with blue cheese crumbles and green onions
Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip with Rotisserie Chicken
Enjoy a creamy Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip with Rotisserie Chicken, perfect for game days and gatherings with friends.
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Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip with Rotisserie Chicken baked in a dish with corn chips

Love a creamy, cheesy bake? My Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip has that same comfort food appeal in dip form.

Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole

This Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole layers all the flavors of the classic burger with crispy tater tots on top for a fun, cheesy twist on casserole night.

Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole close up from above
Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole
My Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole brings together beef, cheese, tangy sauce and pickles in one easy, cheesy weeknight meal.
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Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole on a plate

Can't get enough of that Big Mac flavor? I have a full lineup of Big Mac-inspired recipes for more copycat comfort food. My favorite, and our most visited, is Big Mac Quesadillas.

Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole

This Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and comforting, a one-dish dinner that comes together with pantry staples.

Chicken Broccoli Casserole with Rice on a plate with a baking dish in the back
Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole
Make weeknight dinners simple with our Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole, a comforting meal everyone will love.
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Chicken Broccoli Casserole with Rice from above in the baking dish

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole brings all the flavor of the classic sandwich into an easy, cheesy bake perfect for busy weeknights.

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole close up on a plate with a fork
Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
My Philly Cheesesteak Casserole has all the melty, savory flavor of the classic sandwich - tender steak, sautéed veggies and creamy provolone.
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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole on a plate with a fork

Slow Cooker Velveeta Mac and Cheese

This Slow Cooker Velveeta Mac and Cheese is rich, creamy, and full of cheesy goodness, made completely hands-off in the slow cooker with no oven or stovetop needed.

Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Velveeta Complete with Large Spoon
Slow Cooker Velveeta Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker Velveeta Mac and Cheese is rich, creamy and cheesy. With Velveeta, sharp cheddar and whole milk, it's the ultimate comfort food.
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Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Velveeta Complete with Large Spoon

Short on time or don't have a slow cooker handy? My Instant Pot Velveeta Mac and Cheese gets you the same creamy, cheesy results in a fraction of the time.

Eggplant Casserole

This Eggplant Casserole is hearty and cheesy, layered with golden fried eggplant, rich marinara sauce, and melty mozzarella for a cozy, comforting dish.

Eggplant Casserole piece being served from a spatula
Eggplant Casserole
My Eggplant Casserole is hearty, cheesy and layered with golden fried eggplant, marinara and melty mozzarella for a cozy, comforting dish.
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Eggplant Casserole on a plate with basil garnish

Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole

This Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole is creamy and comforting, topped with a buttery, crunchy cracker topping that makes it impossible to resist.

Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole on a plate from above
Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole
This Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole is creamy and cozy, with tender chicken and a buttery cracker topping that bakes up golden and crisp.
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Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole on a plate

Baked Mac and Cheese

This Baked Mac and Cheese is rich and creamy, made with a blend of white cheddar, mozzarella, and gruyère, then topped with golden panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunchy finish. A classic comfort food casserole that never goes out of style.

Baked White Cheddar Mac and Cheese With Spoon
Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe
Creamy, cheesy and topped with golden breadcrumbs, this comfort food favorite is the ultimate Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe.
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Baked White Cheddar Mac and Cheese Being Spooned Out

Sides

From crispy-topped greens to rich, cheesy bakes, these are the ones that round out the table, just as comforting as the mains they're served alongside.

Brussels Sprouts Casserole

This Brussels Sprouts Casserole is rich and cheesy, baked with bacon, tender sprouts, and a crispy panko topping for a side dish that steals the show.

Brussels Sprouts Casserole being scooped up
Brussel Sprout Casserole
This Brussel Sprout Casserole is rich, cheesy and baked with bacon, tender sprouts and a crispy panko topping for the perfect fall side.
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Brussels Sprouts Casserole with crispy topping on a counter in a pan

Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

This Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender veggies under a golden, buttery crumb topping.

Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole from above with a serving spoon
Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole
Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole is creamy, cheesy and topped with golden buttery crumbs for a cozy, comforting side dish.
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Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole from above with a serving spoon

Green Bean Casserole

This Green Bean Casserole is a homemade twist on the classic, tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce, finished with crispy onions on top.

Overhead shot of a Green Bean Casserole with a spoon in it
Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Green Beans
This Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Green Beans is creamy, savory and topped with crispy onions for a golden, bubbly holiday side.
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Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Green Beans baked in a dish

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