15 Best Comfort Food Casserole Recipes

Chicken and Rice Casserole

A classic comfort food, Chicken and Rice Casserole combines simple ingredients to make a deliciously warming meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup white rice
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup mixed vegetables
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, rice, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and mixed vegetables.
3. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well.
4. Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Cheesy Broccoli and Quinoa Casserole

This Cheesy Broccoli and Quinoa Casserole is a nutritious twist, adding whole grains and veggies without compromising on the creamy, cheesy goodness.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 ½ cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Steam broccoli until just tender.
3. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, broccoli, milk, cheddar cheese, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Spread the mixture in a greased baking dish.
5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Beef and Potato Casserole

A hearty Beef and Potato Casserole is perfect for any meat and potato lover looking for a comforting dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef and onions until the beef is browned.
3. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
4. Layer potatoes, beef mixture, and cream of mushroom soup in a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
6. Cover and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is golden.
7. Allow to rest before serving.

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Revamp a classic with this Tuna Noodle Casserole, a dish that is as easy to make as it is comforting.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups egg noodles
• 1 can (6 oz) tuna, drained
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
• 1 cup frozen peas
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup bread crumbs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook egg noodles according to package instructions; drain.
3. In a large bowl, combine noodles, tuna, cream of celery soup, peas, and milk.
4. Transfer to a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with bread crumbs and cheddar cheese.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
7. Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

This Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole delivers tasty Mexican flavors without the meat.

Ingredients:

• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
• 1 cup corn
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 teaspoon cumin

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Layer half of the tortillas on the bottom of a greased baking dish.
3. In a bowl, mix beans, corn, and cumin.
4. Spread half of the enchilada sauce over the tortillas, then add the bean mixture.
5. Top with half of the cheese and repeat layers.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.
7. Cool slightly before serving.

Zucchini and Cheese Casserole

This Zucchini and Cheese Casserole is a light and savory dish that's great for any time of the year.

Ingredients:

• 3 zucchinis, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a skillet, sauté onion until translucent. Add zucchini and cook for 5 minutes.
3. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese.
4. Stir in cooked vegetables and mix well.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden.
7. Allow to cool before serving.

Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza Casserole

This Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza Casserole captures the flavor of your favorite pizza in casserole form.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb sausage
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• 2 cups pasta (penne or rigatoni)
• 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
3. In a skillet, brown sausage, then drain fat.
4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, sausage, pepperoni, pasta sauce, and Italian seasoning.
5. Pour into a greased baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and browned.
7. Cool slightly before serving.

Spinach and Artichoke Casserole

Inspired by the classic dip, this Spinach and Artichoke Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked spinach, drained
• 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, chopped
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix spinach, artichoke hearts, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.
3. Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
5. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Macaroni and Cheese Casserole

This Macaroni and Cheese Casserole is a creamy, cheesy delight that is perfect for indulging on a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• ¼ cup butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter, add milk, and stir in cheese until melted.
4. Combine cheese sauce with macaroni in a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with breadcrumbs.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
7. Let it cool before serving.

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole

Combining sweet and savory flavors, Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole is a warm, hearty dish perfect for fall.

Ingredients:

• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon chili powder

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, drain, and mash.
3. In a bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, black beans, salsa, and chili powder.
4. Spread mixture into a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with cheddar cheese.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Cool slightly before serving.