20 Easy Casserole Recipes You’ll Never Get Sick Of

Casseroles can be so much more than pots of cheese, meat, and grease. It’s just as easy to pack them with veggies, lean meats, and other wholesome foods.

In fact, you can choose from a nearly endless combinations of ingredients to mix and layer together, and these twenty recipes will give you a taste of the versatility of this dish. You can go high-calorie or low-calorie, high-carb or low-carb, breakfast or dinner, high-protein, and even enjoy “lighter” versions of cheesy favorites like Buffalo chicken tater tots. 

Healthy & Wholesome French Toast Bake

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French toast casserole isn’t known as a very healthy breakfast but this is a way to get the taste you love as a small part of a brunch line-up.

This is made with whole-grain bread, coconut milk, and almonds to make sure the final French toast casserole isn’t all empty calories.

Serves 10

Ingredients

1 loaf whole-grain bakery bread, sliced and cut into 1” cubes

10 large eggs

2 cups unsweetened coconut milk

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1/8 tsp. nutmeg

1 tsp. pure vanilla extract

1/2 cup pure maple syrup

1/3 cup sliced raw almonds

2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar

1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 381

Protein: 13 grams

Carbs: 42 grams

Fat: 22 grams

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Sweet Potato Oatmeal Casserole

Picture courtesy of Angela Liddon

Casseroles usually call for a lot of butter or cheese or both, but it’s possible to make a vegan casserole that’s every bit as good.

Don’t believe me? Well, The Oh She Glows Cookbook proves it with killer recipes like Tex Mex casserole, vegan shepherd’s pie, and this recipe for an awesome breakfast casserole.

Serves 4

Ingredients

Oatmeal:

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

2 cups unsweetened soy milk (or non-dairy milk of choice)

1 small sweet potato, peeled and chopped

1 large banana

1 Tbsp. chia seeds

1–2 tsp. pure vanilla extract

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/8 tsp. nutmeg

1/4 tsp. salt

2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup

Crunchy Pecan Topping:

1/3 cup chopped pecans

2 Tbsp. coconut oil

2 Tbsp. spelt flour (or whole-wheat pastry flour)

1/4 cup brown sugar

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 316

Protein: 7 grams

Carbs: 46 grams

Fat: 13 grams

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Loaded Mashed Cauliflower Casserole

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With bacon, caramelized onions, and scallions, this casserole tastes a lot like a loaded baked potato. Cauliflower has a lot fewer calories than potatoes, however, which really helps to lighten up this dish.

Serve it alongside a thick cut of steak or grilled chicken breast, and dinner will seem like a guilty pleasure but actually be playing right into your diet plan.

Serves 4

Ingredients

1 small head cauliflower

2 strips uncured bacon

2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 onion, sliced

2 cloves garlic

1/2 cup low-fat yogurt

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/8 tsp. paprika

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 scallion, chopped (garnish)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 154

Protein: 10 grams

Carbs: 8 grams

Fat: 9 grams

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Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole

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A lot of Southwestern dishes like enchiladas and chiles rellenos are really Mexican casseroles. So if you’re tired of the typical easy casseroles, think about getting some inspiration from South of the border.

Use queso fresco instead of cheddar, make it with leftover Mexican rice, or simply top with a little salsa or guacamole.

Serves 12

Ingredients

20 oz. shredded chicken breast (about 2 1/2 cups)

2 cups dry rice

2 cans (10 oz. each) enchilada sauce

1 can (16 oz.) refried beans

1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded

1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

1 can (11 oz.) corn kernels

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 440

Protein: 30 grams

Carbs: 66 grams

Fat: 10 grams

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Cheeseburger Casserole

Picture courtesy of Busy But Healthy

If you and your family are craving hamburger casserole for dinner, forget about the “helper” that comes in a box. This is an easy dinner to assemble, and it’s a more complete meal.

Don’t tell the kids, but it’s also secretly a squash casserole. That means there’s added vitamins and fiber with fewer calories than pasta or rice.

Serves 8

Ingredients

1 lb. lean ground beef

2 cups onion, chopped

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 Tbsp. butter

1 Tbsp. flour

2 cups low-fat milk (or non-dairy milk of choice)

1 cup light aged cheddar, shredded

4 cups spaghetti squash (or grain of choice)

1/2 cup light aged cheddar cheese, shredded

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Diced tomatoes (optional garnish)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 279

Protein: 25 grams

Carbs: 27 grams

Fat: 8 grams

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Pork Loin, Sweet Potato & Brussels Sprouts Casserole

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A lot of one-pan dishes are loaded with carbs and calories, which makes this Paleo casserole stand out from the rest.

It also features global influences with garam masala and chai spice. But at its core, it’s a meat and potatoes kind of meal – only with added nutrition from rutabaga, Brussels sprouts, and mushrooms.

Serves 4

Ingredients

14 oz. pork loin, trimmed of fat and cut into bite-sized chunks

1 small rutabaga, cut into roughly 1” chunks

1 large sweet potato, cut into roughly 1” chunks

2 cups mushrooms, sliced

3 cups Brussels sprouts, halved with ends trimmed off

1 1/2 cups water

1/4 cup coconut cream

Juice if 1/2 lime

1/2 tsp. salt

3/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 Tbsp. garam masala

1 tsp. chai spice

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 535

Protein: 46 grams

Carbs: 60 grams

Fat: 14 grams

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Healthy Chicken Tetrazzini

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There are countless ways to make a chicken casserole. And although this one sounds like it came from an Italian kitchen, tetrazzini is a classic American casserole often made with chicken, seafood, or mushrooms.

So why the name? It’s an homage to Italian opera singer Luisa Tetrazzini, also known as the Florentine Nightingale.

Serves 6

Ingredients

1 lb. whole-wheat spaghetti

1 bunch of fresh broccoli, chopped

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced

2 cups cooked chicken

2 Tbsp. butter

7 Tbsp. whole-wheat flour

1 tsp. salt

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup low-fat milk

2 oz. Parmesan cheese, grated

1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 549

Protein: 38 grams

Carbs: 66 grams

Fat: 17 grams

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Homemade Cream of Mushroom

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Although this recipe isn’t for a finished casserole, it will help you make a wide variety of classics without that common canned soup: cream of mushroom.

This homemade version definitely offers richer flavor – with a lot less salt – and another benefit is being able to use the mushrooms of your choice. Pick whatever looks the freshest in the store, or when in doubt, use crimini or white button mushrooms.

Either way, this mushroom soup will be ready in 5 minutes or less.

Serves 3

Ingredients

1 tsp. onion powder

2 Tbsp. cornstarch

1 Tbsp. canola oil

1/8 tsp. white pepper

1/4 tsp. salt

Pinch of sugar

8 oz. 2% evaporated milk

3/4 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 170

Protein: 6 grams

Carbs: 14 grams

Fat: 10 grams

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Healthy Sweet Corn Pudding

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Corn pudding may sound like a kind of dessert, but it’s actually a baked corn casserole with eggs, cornmeal, and a little honey.

It’s a quick to throw together, and it’s easy to make it a vegan dinner. Simply replace the honey with agave or maple syrup. The recipe already calls for almond milk, although any other kind will work just as well.

Serves 4

Ingredients

2 extra-large eggs

1/4 cup raw honey

2 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted

1/2 cup almond milk

2 Tbsp. organic cornmeal

1 Tbsp. organic corn starch

1/2 tsp. salt

2 cups sweet corn kernels

2 scallions, thinly sliced

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 327

Protein: 7 grams

Carbs: 41 grams

Fat: 17 grams

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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Casserole

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Broccoli cheese casserole and chicken broccoli casserole are both timeless. So why not combine the two for a protein-rich meal that’s also loaded with green veggies?

This one also uses rice, and it’s a great way to use up leftover rice from yesterday’s stir fry. To cut down on time, pick up a rotisserie chicken, or pull out shredded chicken from the freezer.

Serves 8

Ingredients

2 cups diced or shredded chicken

2 cups broccoli florets

1 can low-sodium cream of chicken soup

2 cups cooked rice

1 1/2 cups shredded cheese

1/2 cup mayonnaise

3/4 cup crushed corn flakes

2 Tbsp. butter, melted

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 440

Protein: 21 grams

Carbs: 49 grams

Fat: 17 grams

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Black Bean & Butternut Squash Casserole

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This Mexican casserole is layered like a lasagna, using tortillas instead of flat noodles. And like a hearty pasta dish, it has a lot of flavors brought together by a simple sauce – in this case, enchilada sauce.

It’s incredibly filling, and that means you’ll have leftovers. The good news is it’s even tastier the second day, and it’ll last throughout half the week covered in the fridge.

Serves 8

Ingredients

5 cups cubed butternut squash

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided

1/2 onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 tsp. cumin

1 tsp. chili powder (or more for added spice)

Salt to taste

1 can (15 oz.) corn, rinsed

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup salsa

12 corn tortillas (6” diameter)

1 1/2 cups low-fat sour cream

1 cup enchilada sauce

1 3/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 555

Protein: 25 grams

Carbs: 76 grams

Fat: 20 grams

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Pumpkin Quinoa Breakfast Casserole

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If you love to have granola or oatmeal, this casserole will take your breakfast to another level.

Not only is it a warm, comforting bowl, but it’s also full of nutritious vegan ingredients like quinoa, walnuts, cranberries, chia seeds, and coconut oil. To lower the fat and calories, skip the streusel. You can also adjust this recipe by reducing the non-dairy milk by a cup for a drier texture.

Serves 12

Ingredients

Pumpkin Casserole:

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

1/2 cup toasted walnuts

3/4 cup dried cranberries

2 Tbsp. chia seeds

1 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp. sea salt

1 flax egg (or large egg)

1/3 cup pure maple syrup

3 cups unsweetened almond milk

2/3 cup pumpkin puree

3 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted

2 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Streusel Topping:

2/3 cup toasted quinoa flour (or flour of choice)

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

1/3 cup chopped walnuts

3 Tbsp. coconut palm sugar

4 Tbsp. Earth Balance (or butter), softened

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 334

Protein: 8 grams

Carbs: 38 grams

Fat: 17 grams

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Healthy Egg Sausage Casserole

Picture courtesy of Damn Delicious

If you’re looking for a lean breakfast that will get you through the week, look no further than this egg casserole.

It’s loaded with protein and takes hardly any effort to throw together. Put it in the oven early in the morning before you shower and get ready, or have it ready in advance to heat up in minutes. It’s also a great filling for breakfast tacos and burritos.

Serves 8

Ingredients

4 cups liquid egg whites (about 20 egg whites)

6 large eggs

1/2 cup chopped green onion

1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

12 oz. light pork sausage, cooked

1 cup fat-free shredded cheddar cheese

1 tsp. Lawry’s reduced-sodium seasoning (or salt)

1 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp. paprika

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 193

Protein: 28 grams

Carbs: 4 grams

Fat: 7 grams

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Baked Ziti with Spinach

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Although baked pasta covered in melted cheese is a favorite in American households as much as in Italian restaurants, it’s not exactly the easiest dish to fit into a sensible meal plan. Sometimes baked ziti can be so loaded with fat that it has visible grease pooling on the surface and the bottom of the pan.

But it doesn’t have to be that way, which is why it’s best to make it at home. Use ricotta and part-skim mozzarella for a low-fat pasta casserole, and add spinach to have a superfood.

Serves 8

Ingredients

1 lb. high-fiber ziti

1 large can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes

1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

10 oz. spinach (if frozen, then thaw)

1 tsp. oregano

2 Tbsp. basil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

8 oz. fat-free ricotta

1/4 cup (1 oz.) grated Parmesan

2 cups (8 oz.) shredded part-skim mozzarella

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 344

Protein: 21 grams

Carbs: 48 grams

Fat: 7 grams

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Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

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This indulgent casserole will help you feel like you don’t have to abandon all your favorite foods just to follow a healthy diet. It isn’t low-fat but the macros are balanced enough to be a decent dinner, not a cheat meal.

Serves 8

Ingredients

1 lb. ground chicken

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 cup flour

1 1/2 cups chicken broth

1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk (or milk)

1 tsp. dried parsley

1 tsp. onion powder

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. dried dill

1 tsp. dried chives

1 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

32 oz. frozen tater tots

2 Tbsp. butter

1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1/4 cup chopped celery

1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 cup blue cheese (optional)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 496

Protein: 27 grams

Carbs: 32 grams

Fat: 28 grams

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Chicken, Rice & Mushroom Casserole

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This casserole has so many elements to make it a homey, comforting dish: succulent chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and melted cheese. And aside from a little mayo, it doesn’t require anything that’s canned or premade.

The whole thing – classic chicken casserole meets mushroom risotto – comes together in about 30 minutes.

Serves 6

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

4 green onions, diced

14 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced

2 cups cooked skinless chicken breast, cubed or shredded

3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups milk

2 1/2 cups cooked brown rice

1 container (5.3 oz.) fat-free plain Greek yogurt

1/4 cup light mayonnaise

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 357

Protein: 33 grams

Carbs: 28 grams

Fat: 12 grams

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Cheesy Twice Baked Potato & Broccoli Casserole

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Next time you’re craving cheese twice-based potatoes, remember to make this recipe instead of going out to eat. It’s a healthy potato casserole that includes broccoli, but still has sour cream, two kinds of cheese, and a garnish of green onions to capture the flavor.

Be sure to use gold potatoes, not regular russet, because you’ll get to enjoy their natural butteriness without adding any butter.

Serves 8

Ingredients

6 medium gold potatoes

1 cup light sour cream

1/2 cup skim milk

1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. garlic powder

1/4 tsp. onion powder

1 cup (4 oz.) shredded low-fat cheddar

1 cup (4 oz.) shredded part-skim mozzarella

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 240

Protein: 14 grams

Carbs: 26 grams

Fat: 8 grams

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Healthy Tuna Noodle Casserole

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Tuna casserole is typically made with egg noodles, mayonnaise, and a topping like bread crumbs or crushed potato chips. So while it’s easy to put together, it’s not as easy on your diet.

This low-fat version has Greek yogurt instead of mayo, chicken broth instead of canned mushroom soup, and a lot of veggies like peas and spinach.

Serves 6

Ingredients

1 lb. whole-wheat rigatoni

1 cup diced onion

1 cup diced bell peppers

4 cups fresh baby spinach

2 1/2 cups frozen peas

12 oz. chunk light tuna

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt

1/4 cup whole milk

1/4 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 410

Protein: 29 grams

Carbs: 62 grams

Fat: 5 grams

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Greek Turkey, Rice & Feta Casserole

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If you like Italian pasta bakes, you’ll love to mix it up with a trip across the Mediterranean Sea. This Greek casserole comes together in two steps.

First on the stove, brown the onions and meat, mix in the seasonings, and simmer with the crushed tomatoes to make a sauce. Mix in the remaining ingredients, and bake until bubbling. Dinner is served.

Serves 6

Ingredients

2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 lb. lean ground turkey

3 cloves garlic, minced

3/4 tsp. ground oregano

1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 large can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes

2 cups cooked brown rice

1/2 cup crumbled feta, divided

1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 270

Protein: 20 grams

Carbs: 28 grams

Fat: 10 grams

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Quinoa & Kale Taco Casserole

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Love tacos but trying to cut simple carbs like those found in tortillas? This quinoa casserole is a delicious way to enjoy the taste of ground beef taco filling without sacrificing your nutritional goals.

And there’s so much fresh produce in this – including diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and kale – that you won’t need to top it with any salsa.

Serves 6

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked quinoa

1 cup chicken stock

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 lb. lean ground beef

1 large can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes

1 Tbsp. chili powder

1 tsp. cumin

1/2 tsp. paprika

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. oregano

1 tsp. sea salt

1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 red bell pepper, diced

3 green onions (white and greens), chopped

1 cup frozen corn

1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

3 cups chopped kale, stems removed

1 cup grated cheddar (or another cheese)

1/4 tsp. chili flakes (optional)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 466

Protein: 41 grams

Carbs: 51 grams

Fat: 11 grams

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