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29 Comfort Food Casseroles Perfect for Chilly Nights

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Nothing says comfort food like a warm, bubbly casserole fresh from the oven. From quick dump-and-bake recipes to hearty pasta bakes, these casseroles are perfect for busy weeknights or weekend family dinners. Most can be made ahead and many freeze beautifully - making dinner time a breeze no matter how hectic your schedule.

Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

The baked dump and go casserole covered with golden brown cheese and ready to serve.
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Turn frozen meatballs into a family favorite with this simple casserole. Just layer, bake, and watch the cheese get golden and bubbly.

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Walking Taco Casserole

A casserole dish filled with walking taco casserole, topped with chopped lettuce, yellow tomatoes, and sliced jalapeno peppers.
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All the flavors of your favorite walking taco in an easy-to-serve casserole. Layers of seasoned meat, cheese, and crushed Doritos create a crowd-pleasing dinner.

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Chicken Pot Pie with Puff Pastry

Chicken pot pie with puff pastry on a dinner plate, ready to serve.
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Classic comfort food gets an upgrade with flaky puff pastry. The creamy chicken and vegetable filling tastes like home.

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Baked Boursin Tomato Pasta

Creamy Boursin pasta in a baking dish, filled with fresh spinach and creamy tomatoes.
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Creamy Boursin cheese melts into a luxurious sauce for this tomato pasta bake. It's simple but feels special enough for company.

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Smoked Sausage Pasta

Pasta casserole with sliced smoked sausage and melted cheese on top.
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The smoky sausage adds deep flavor to this hearty pasta bake. Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.

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Rigatoni al Forno

A casserole dish of Rigatoni al Forno topped with melted cheese and fresh basil.
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This Italian pasta bake combines rigatoni with rich meat sauce and plenty of cheese. The pasta catches all the sauce, making every bite perfect.

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Cottage Pie

Cottage pie showing layers of meat filling and browned mashed potato topping.
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Classic British comfort food with seasoned ground beef topped with creamy mashed potatoes. The potatoes get golden and crispy in the oven.

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Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

Chicken and rice casserole with golden melted cheese top.
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A family favorite that combines tender chicken with creamy rice and lots of cheese. Simple ingredients create pure comfort food.

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Tuna Noodle Casserole

Creamy tuna noodle casserole topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
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This retro classic gets updated while keeping all the cozy flavors. Creamy sauce and tender noodles make this budget-friendly dish special.

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Beef Enchilada Casserole

Layered enchilada casserole showing multiple layers when cut.
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Layer upon layer of tortillas, seasoned beef, and cheese create a Mexican-inspired dinner. Easier than making individual enchiladas.

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Chicken Stuffing Casserole

Chicken casserole topped with golden brown stuffing.
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Combine two comfort foods in one dish. Seasoned stuffing tops creamy chicken for a dinner that tastes like Thanksgiving.

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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Creamy chicken casserole with parmesan cheese crust.
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This rich casserole lives up to its name. Layers of chicken, cheese, and creamy sauce make it feel truly decadent.

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BBQ Chicken Casserole

BBQ chicken casserole with melted cheese in a skillet.
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The flavors of BBQ chicken in convenient casserole form. Sweet and tangy sauce makes this a kid-friendly favorite.

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Chicken Cobbler with Red Lobster Biscuit Mix

Chicken cobbler topped with Red Lobster-style biscuits.
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Top chicken pot pie filling with cheesy biscuits for the ultimate comfort food mash-up.

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Chicken and Potato Casserole

Layered chicken and potato casserole with herbs.
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Layers of sliced potatoes and chicken in creamy sauce create a filling one-dish meal.

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Macaroni Tex Mex Casserole

Tex Mex pasta casserole topped with melted cheese.
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Mac and cheese meets taco night in this crowd-pleasing casserole. Mexican-spiced beef and cheese creates pure comfort food with a kick.

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Tater Tot Casserole

Tater tot casserole showing crispy potato top and meaty filling.
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Crispy tater tots crown this hearty ground beef casserole. The tots get extra crispy while the filling stays hot and bubbly.

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Chicken Broccoli Stuffing Casserole

Chicken and broccoli casserole with golden stuffing topping.
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Fresh broccoli and tender chicken combine under a blanket of seasoned stuffing. A complete meal in one dish.

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Taco Casserole

Layered taco casserole with tortillas, meat, and melted cheese.
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All your favorite taco flavors layered into an easy casserole. Perfect for feeding a crowd without all the taco assembly.

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Pizza Casserole

Pizza flavored casserole with pepperoni and melted mozzarella.
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Turn pizza night into casserole form with this kid-friendly dinner. All your favorite toppings baked until hot and bubbly.

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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Philly cheesesteak inspired casserole with peppers and onions.
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Classic sandwich flavors in casserole form. Tender beef and peppers topped with lots of melty cheese.

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Crack Chicken Casserole

Creamy chicken casserole with bacon and ranch flavors.
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Creamy ranch-seasoned chicken with bacon and cheese makes this casserole seriously delicious.

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Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

Beef casserole topped with golden cornbread.
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Hearty beef filling topped with sweet cornbread creates the perfect comfort food combo.

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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

Creamy chicken pot pie filling topped with golden biscuits.
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All the flavors of chicken pot pie without having to make a crust. Topped with buttery biscuits for the perfect finish.

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Pork Chop and Rice Casserole

Baked pork chops over creamy rice casserole.
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Tender pork chops bake on top of creamy rice for an easy one-dish dinner. The rice soaks up all the delicious flavors.

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Ravioli Casserole

Baked ravioli casserole with layers of cheese and sauce.
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Store-bought ravioli becomes something special in this easy bake. Layers of pasta, sauce, and cheese create a lasagna-like dish.

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Cheeseburger Casserole

Cheeseburger-inspired casserole topped with melted cheese.
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All the flavors of a cheeseburger in convenient casserole form. This is comfort food at its finest.

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Pierogi Casserole

Pierogi casserole showing layers of cheese and potato filling.
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Turn frozen pierogies into a cozy casserole with alfredo sauce, bacon, green onions, and plenty of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

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Cheesy Baked Ziti

Baked ziti showing layers of pasta, meat sauce, and melted cheese.
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This Italian-American classic combines ziti pasta with rich meat sauce and three kinds of cheese.

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