16 Cozy Casseroles to Make Life (and Dinner) Easier

Casseroles are the ultimate comfort food because they are warm, hearty, and easy to make. These 16 cozy recipes take the stress out of dinner and make mealtime simple and satisfying. Less time prepping means more time enjoying.

Tex Mex Beef, Rice and Bean Casserole

This easy Tex Mex casserole is a crowd-pleaser that I make often. It’s a cheesy, baked dish with ground beef and beans, providing a filling, protein-packed meal that’s also gluten-free. Get the recipe: Tex Mex Rice Casserole

Big Mac Casserole

We all know that jingle about what’s on a golden arches burger! Turn that secret sauce into the perfect Big Mac casserole topping, and you’ve got a family-favourite recipe everyone will love. Get the recipe: Big Mac Casserole

Cauliflower Chicken Casserole

Packed with healthy veggies in a creamy sauce (no canned soups here), this is a chicken casserole you can feel good about serving to your family. This is a popular recipe to double. Get the recipe: Cauliflower Chicken Casserole

Meatball Casserole

This meatball casserole is bound to become a go-to favourite, with juicy, flavorful meatballs smothered in a rich, cheesy sauce. It’s a meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. Get the recipe: Meatball Casserole

One Skillet Beef and Cabbage Casserole

This stuffed cabbage casserole is a perfect low-carb weeknight meal, packed with shredded cabbage, aromatic spices, and a rich tomato sauce. It’s a quick, one-skillet dish that cooks in under 30 minutes and will quickly become a family favorite. Get the recipe: One Skillet Beef and Cabbage Casserole

Healthy Tuna Casserole

The childhood classic with a healthier twist. Using whole grain pasta and adding veggies like spinach make the tuna casserole standby wholesome and nutritious. Get the recipe: Healthy Tuna Casserole

Penne Pasta Bake

This penne pasta bake offers comfort and flavor with its blend of cooked penne, rich beefy marinara sauce, and a cheesy topping. Baked to a bubbly, golden perfection, it’s a hearty meal that’s perfect for both gatherings and cozy weeknight dinners. Get the recipe: Penne Pasta Bake

Taco Potato Casserole

This taco potato casserole with ground beef is a hearty, flavorful blend of Tex-Mex and comfort food. With layers of seasoned ground beef, diced potatoes, and shredded cheese, it’s an easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Get the recipe: Taco Potato Casserole

Easy Baked Rigatoni with Ground Beef

This easy baked rigatoni with ground beef casserole is the perfect way to turn pantry staples into a comforting meal. With meaty sauce, gooey cheese, and minimal effort, you’ve got a hearty dish that’s perfect for any day of the week. Get the recipe: Easy Baked Rigatoni with Ground Beef

Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole

This ground beef casserole is a family favorite, combining browned beef in a rich tomato sauce with layers of hearty potatoes, all topped with a cheesy finish. It’s the ultimate comfort food that everyone will love digging into. Get the recipe: Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole

Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake

With a delicious combo of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked penne noodles, you will be fighting over seconds of this chicken pasta casserole. Get the recipe: Creamy Chicken Pasta Bake

Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Skillet bacon cheeseburger casserole combines all the flavors of a classic bacon burger with pasta for a hearty, cheesy dish. Even the pickiest eaters won’t be able to resist. Get the recipe: Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Cabbage Roll Casserole

This cabbage roll casserole has all the flavours of stuffed cabbage rolls without the hassle. It is big on taste and low on effort, and the leftovers are just as good the next day. Get the recipe: Cabbage Roll Casserole

Cheesy Baked Shrimp

This dish features fresh, plump prawns cooked in a garlicky tomato and mushroom sauce, topped with melty cheese for the perfect finish. It’s simple, flavourful, and sure to satisfy any craving. Get the recipe: Cheesy Baked Shrimp

Creamy Burrito Casserole

This creamy burrito casserole is basically Mexican-style lasagna with layers of meat, cheese, tortillas, and peppers baked to perfection. Easy to make, hard to stop eating. Get the recipe: Creamy Burrito Casserole

Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole

This broccoli cauliflower bake recipe does double duty as a vegetarian main dish or as a popular side. No canned soups are needed to create the easy, creamy sauce. Get the recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole