
14 Comforting Casserole Recipes
Curl up with a warm dish for dinner this week! Not only are these 14 Casserole Recipes packed with flavors layer after layer, they also require simple prep and clean-up. If you're in need of something simple for your weekly menu, make sure to have a casserole or two on the list!

We are big fans of casseroles around here, especially when we take our favorite standalone dishes and turn them into a simpler, (usually) more flavorful version, thanks to baking it in the oven! Take Steak Diane Casserole for example. It incorporates the savory flavors you love from the original and turns it into a juicier, even more tender version! Sure, it takes a little bit of time to bake, but that's another reason why we love this bubbly bake so much — you throw it together and let the oven do the hard work for you. Steak Diane Casserole is really a delicious upgrade!
We just have to thank Bo, first for coming up with this fresh twist on both enchiladas and casseroles and creating a comfort food even better than its inspirations, and second for sharing his recipe! Each layer builds on the incredible Tex-Mex classic, with tortillas supporting juicy chicken, sharp, melty cheddar and Monterey Jack, and sautéed onions and peppers. Throw in some green chiles for a pinch of heat and creamy enchilada sauce and bam! Bo's Enchilada Casserole positively bounces its way into your regular menu and your heart!

Is the Ultimate Cornbread Casserole a true casserole or just an example of an amazing cornbread? Hard to say, but it tastes so good it doesn't matter! The cornbread itself is light and golden, with the sweet corn flavor enchanting it all the way through. Chili powder adds a touch of heat while sour cream brings an extra tang and tender texture; new dimensions to a classic bake. Add some melted cheese and this Ultimate Cornbread Casserole really does become the end-all, be-all of baked side dish casseroles.

Okay, hear us out. Creamy Salad Casserole isn't as crazy as it sounds! You can put your mind at ease knowing that this is a cold dish, not baked like normal casseroles are. It's really just a regular, fresh, and crunchy salad, topped with all the good things like crispy bacon bits, tender peas, and salty cheese. You're sure to love the creamy, tangy dressing that's tossed in... it's bound to make you excited about this fresh fix. It's only placed in a casserole dish to easily feed the masses, so don't worry. There's nothing strange about this one! Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and anything in between, the Creamy Salad Casserole simply makes sure everyone gets in their greens!

Some casseroles need a little extra meat on their bones if they want to put some extra meat on your bones! That's not a concern for the Beefed-Up Casserole! It's been hitting the gym and has the biceps (so to speak) to prove it! A truly meaty and savory mix of beef and onion makes up the bulk of this brawny bake, with mushrooms and spinach to help accent the meat flavor, and a creamy sauce to help balance out all that beef flavor. Topped with melty mozzarella, this Beefed-Up Casserole is going to make you feel beefed up and ready for action!

The Family-Favorite Casserole gets its name because it just cuts to the chase; it knows what everyone's favorite parts of salads and casseroles are, and it is determined to serve up just those parts! Savory chicken in a creamy, slightly tangy chicken sauce, with croutons. That's it. Sounds pretty amazing, right? Watch, this Family-Favorite Casserole will become a family favorite in an instant. It just takes one bite!

We all know the old story of bringing the teacher an apple to get in their good graces. But what if we had brought them a serving of Teacher's Pet Casserole instead? We probably could have kicked our feet up for the rest of the school year! A fluffy, savory, and creamy bed of rice pillows fatty, rich, and savory chicken thighs roasted to perfect juiciness and broiled to a delightful golden brown... how could anyone say no to that? Notes of herb and mushroom only add to the dish's delicious decorum. In other words, Teacher's Pet Casserole will become a favorite in your dining room, much to the chagrin of other casseroles who didn't do that!
Casseroles are always a hit, and this Mashed Chicken Casserole proves that! It contains tender chicken strips, creamy mashed potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese all smothered in gravy—what’s not to love? Even the pickiest of eaters will savor this meal and ask for seconds! Mashed Chicken Casserole is a savory, hearty dish that contains all the comfort food flavors you hold near and dear to your heart. Best of all, it’s ready in under an hour! Share this delicious dish with your loved ones, or save some for a dinner that will put a smile on your face on any night of the week.

From start to finish, you've got to make sure your St. Patrick's Day is filled with festive fun — even down to the food! So, for dinner we highly recommend this Delicious Reuben Casserole to keep the celebration going. Loaded with all the good things you'd find in the sandwich-version, there's plenty of zesty corned beef and sauerkraut loaded in there to feed a crowd. Of course, there's melty cheese and even some amazing, marbled rye bread because how could that not be included?! Loaded with great flavor and plenty of luck, the Delicious Reuben Casserole is the perfect way to end your shamrock-themed Shabang!

All this one needs is a tiny crown made of equally bold flavors, and the coronation can truly begin! This Pork King Ranch Casserole mixes the zesty, vibrant, herbaceous flavors of ranch seasoning into the casserole itself, so the tender pulled pork and seared vegetables are coated in all the good stuff. There's a decent amount of heat from the various chiles, but it is tamed a bit by the creaminess of sour cream and melty cheeses. The Pork King Ranch Casserole is ready to rule over all casseroles with a benevolent and tasty reign!

Top of the morning to ya! It's a beautiful day; the grass is vibrantly emerald, the sun is sparkling, and breakfast is on the table! The Irish Breakfast Casserole features its own little sun with the sunny-side up, runny eggs peeking out from a bed of crisp hash brown potatoes and distinctly savory and salty corned beef, a classic Irish favorite. A hint of rosemary delivers an alluring fragrance, while some melty cheddar cheese adds to the joy of digging into the Irish Breakfast Casserole. As casseroles go, it's a breeze to make and so much fun to eat! It's a little luck of the Irish on your plate!

If you're looking for lighter versions of your favorite casseroles, our Light Chicken Broccoli Casserole is a very tasty place to start! You can gobble this one right up and feel good about doing it. It features some yummy, shredded chicken as your protein, a bunch of fluffy brown rice for a healthy carb, and lots of fresh broccoli to make sure you get your greens! All that gets melded together with a lower-fat, creamy, cheesy concoction and a crunchy breadcrumb topping to create a dish you'll enjoy eating that's actually pretty good for you too! Taking care of yourself has never tasted better thanks to this Light Chicken Broccoli Casserole!

Some casseroles just make sense, and Classic Sausage & Bean Bake is one of them! Savory sausages and hearty, creamy beans in a vibrant, rich, and aromatic chicken sauce really does elevate the mood, even on the darkest of days! And the homemade breadcrumbs really add a wonderful charm and crunch to each bite! Even if you have never heard of the Classic Sausage & Bean Bake before, it's destined to be a classic in your life soon enough!
Breakfast casseroles have been a brunch-time favorite for years, but they often require a considerable time investment. Sunday Morning Croissant Casserole takes things as easy and as breezy as the day itself, needing only 45 minutes to make so you can set it on the table without the wait. The speediness doesn't mean less flavor either, with fluffy, buttery croissant pieces soaked in a creamy, tangy vanilla sauce and filled with tart, bursting blueberries. Sunday Morning Croissant Casserole tastes like the clouds are parting and birds are singing from the first bite... not a bad way to enjoy the morning!

























