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    18 Irresistible Casserole Recipes That Will Steal the Show at Any Potluck

    Published: Jun 3, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Get ready to wow your friends and family with these 18 irresistible casserole recipes. Perfect for any potluck, from main courses to fabulous sides these dishes are sure to steal the show and leave everyone asking for seconds.

    Johnny Marzetti Casserole with American Cheese



     

    Johnny Marzetti is a classic comfort food casserole that we Southerners just can’t get enough of. While my recipe deviates a little from how your grandmother made it (no Velvetta), the result is a super simple stove top meal that doesn’t require a lot of work. The combination of ground beef, onion, green pepper, and egg noodles in a cheesy sauce is just about as comforting and easy as you can get. 

    Get the Recipe: Johnny Marzetti Casserole with American Cheese

    Baked Macaroni Pie with Just 5 Ingredients

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    Baked macaroni and cheese has a rich, creamy texture and is so easy to make. Just pop it in the oven and forget about it and you’ll have a perfect balance of creamy sauce and savory noodles, making it a true comfort food classic. Prep in under 30 minutes, with only 5 ingredients.

    Get the Recipe: Baked Macaroni Pie with Just 5 Ingredients

    Lasagna with Bechamel Sauce

    Lasagna with béchamel and Italian sausage is an all time favorite comfort food.  Smothered in a creamy sauce it’s the best homemade lasagna you’ll find. Easier than it sounds and perfect if you want to feed a crowd.

    Get the Recipe: Lasagna with Bechamel Sauce

    Hamburger Casserole with Potatoes

    This hamburger and potato casserole is filled with everything you need for a delicious meal. Creamy potatoes with seasoned ground beef covered in cheese makes an ultimate comfort meal the whole family will love. No can of soup needed!

    Get the Recipe: Hamburger and Potato Casserole

    Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe with Rotisserie Chicken

    This from-scratch recipe for chicken tetrazzini is a comfort food pasta dish your entire family will love. This American classic is full of tender rotisserie chicken (of course you can use leftover turkey), savory sauteed mushrooms, and pasta all nestled and baked in a creamy homemade mushroom sauce.

    Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe with Rotisserie Chicken

    Southern Baked Bean Casserole with Ground Beef

    Sweet and smoky baked beans are a Southern classic and the perfect side dish for a cookout or BBQ. Simmered in a skillet in a blend of smoky bacon, molasses, and tangy barbecue sauce, they’re hard to beat. Southern baked beans also have ground beef added, which gives great flavor and heartiness to this classic side dish.

    Get the Recipe: Southern Baked Bean Casserole with Ground Beef

    Easy Spaghetti Casserole with Ground Beef

    This easy no-bake spaghetti casserole with ground beef is comfort food at
    its finest! The secret to this homestyle pasta dinner with its thick meaty sauce is
    a can of mushroom soup!

    Get the Recipe: Easy Spaghetti Casserole with Ground Beef

    Rich and Creamy Chicken Mushroom Spaghetti

    Looking for a hearty and satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor? Look no further than chicken spaghetti! This delicious creamy baked chicken and mushroom pasta dish is a blend of tender, juicy chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a mouthwatering mushroom sauce that’s rich and creamy.

    Get the Recipe: Rich and Creamy Chicken Mushroom Spaghetti

    Cheesy Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese and Ham

    This easy stovetop corn and ham casserole comes together in 15 minutes and makes a super creamy side dish you’re going to love. Made with fresh or frozen corn, cream cheese, plenty of cheddar, and savory ham, this casserole cooks quickly on the stove. Then, it broils in the oven to give you a golden brown, cheesy topping.

    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese and Ham

    Skillet Hamburger and Rice Casserole

    Hamburger rice casserole is a quick, delicious dinner that’s cooked entirely on the stovetop. This one-pot cheesy casserole is a flavor-packed supper your family will love, and you don’t even have to turn on the oven. No need to cook the rice, it cooks right with the ground beef.

    Get the Recipe: Skillet Hamburger and Rice Casserole

    Quick Broccoli & Cheese Sauce Casserole

    This quick-baked broccoli and cheddar cheese sauce casserole is a simple side dish made with fresh broccoli florets. It’s made without canned soup! Instead, a flavourful from-scratch cheddar cheese sauce coats the steamed broccoli. Top with buttery panko and then bake in the oven until browned and bubbling! Ready within 40 minutes; yields 12 servings. 

    Get the Recipe: Quick Broccoli & Cheese Sauce Casserole

    Million Dollar Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese

    Is there anything better than a casserole with a golden, buttery, crumbly crust? Nope! And that’s what makes this million dollar chicken casserole recipe so perfect! A fully from-scratch recipe that uses Ritz crackers to make a salty, buttery crust on top of a flavorful thick and creamy filling made with homemade cream of chicken soup.

    Get the Recipe: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese

    Summer Squash Casserole with Ritz Crackers

    This scrumptious Squash Casserole is a crowd-pleaser. Featuring sliced yellow squash, onions, and a cheesy sour cream sauce, this casserole is a comforting and flavorful addition to any meal. Topped with a crunchy layer of buttery Ritz crackers, it adds the perfect finishing touch to this irresistible dish.

    Get the Recipe: Summer Squash Casserole with Ritz Crackers

    Sloppy Joe Casserole with Cornbread

    Quick and easy homemade sloppy joe casserole topped with Southern cornbread is a great family friendly meal. Ground beef in a homemade juicy sauce topped with buttermilk cornbread. Finish it in the oven and you’ll have dinner on the table in an hour.

    Get the Recipe: Sloppy Joe Casserole with Cornbread

    Twice Baked Mashed Potato Casserole

    A mashed potato casserole is thick and cheesy, with all the flavors of a twice baked potato but in casserole form. Make it ahead of time for a large gathering or potluck. It’s a great alternative to mashed potatoes.

    Get the Recipe: Twice Baked Mashed Potato Casserole

    Tuna & Noodle Casserole without Canned Soup

    Nothing brings out childhood nostalgia like your mom’s tuna & noodle casserole, and this recipe is made with all the yummy ingredients you remember and love about this classic dish (and a few things you’ll be glad it doesn’t).

    Get the Recipe: Tuna & Noodle Casserole without Canned Soup

    Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole Tex-Mex Style

    This hamburger tater tot casserole recipe is comfort food with a Tex-Mex flare. Cheesy taco flavored ground beef covered with crispy tater tots.  Even your picky eaters will love this one pot easy dinner that you can prep in just 20 minutes. Who doesn’t love crispy tater tots!

    Get the Recipe: Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole Tex-Mex Style

    Cornbread Corn Pudding

    A creamy corn pudding recipe is the ultimate comfort food. A custardy pudding with toasted cornbread added for your new favorite side dish. A must for Thanksgiving, Easter or a potluck but also should be enjoyed as a side for any meal.

    Get the Recipe: Cornbread Corn Pudding

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