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Photo: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley
Don’t know what to eat for dinner tonight? One of these filling, high-protein casseroles should do the trick. Each one is packed with at least15 grams of proteinper serving from ingredients like beans, tuna and chicken to help youstay full for longer. Plus, these meals feature other nutritious,anti-inflammatory foodslike herbs, veggies, whole grains and healthy fat. They’re a great option to help you relieve the peskysymptoms of inflammationlike digestive issues, mental fog and joint stiffness. Go ahead and preheat your oven for flavorful recipes like our Chicken & Zucchini Casserole and Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet Casserole to keep you feeling satisfied and nourished through the night.
01of 12Pesto Tuna Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi JuhlA creamy pesto sauce with sweet shallots and wilted spinach gives a light and bright spin to classic tuna noodle casserole. Albacore tuna is an ideal choice, as it holds its texture well once mixed in, although any water-packed tuna will do the job. For the best results, we recommend using refrigerated pesto for its fresh flavor, which enhances the overall dish.View Recipe
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Pesto Tuna Noodle Casserole
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
A creamy pesto sauce with sweet shallots and wilted spinach gives a light and bright spin to classic tuna noodle casserole. Albacore tuna is an ideal choice, as it holds its texture well once mixed in, although any water-packed tuna will do the job. For the best results, we recommend using refrigerated pesto for its fresh flavor, which enhances the overall dish.
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02of 12Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo CasseroleStacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana KelleyThis lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids—a polyunsaturated fat in salmon that can help tame inflammation and may even help lower blood pressure. Here, omega-3-rich salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven, instead of boiling on the stovetop, absorbing all the bright and lemony flavors while it cooks.Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole
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Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole
Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley
This lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids—a polyunsaturated fat in salmon that can help tame inflammation and may even help lower blood pressure. Here, omega-3-rich salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven, instead of boiling on the stovetop, absorbing all the bright and lemony flavors while it cooks.
03of 12Spanakopita-Inspired Chicken & White Bean CasserolePhotographer: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph WanekThis is a fun take on spanakopita, with a creamy feta-and-spinach filling and a crispy phyllo topping. Chicken and white beans pack in the protein. Any white beans, such as cannellini, garbanzo or navy beans, work well here. To keep the phyllo dough from drying out as you build the casserole, keep the unused sheets under a clean, damp towel.View Recipe
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Spanakopita-Inspired Chicken & White Bean Casserole
Photographer: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
This is a fun take on spanakopita, with a creamy feta-and-spinach filling and a crispy phyllo topping. Chicken and white beans pack in the protein. Any white beans, such as cannellini, garbanzo or navy beans, work well here. To keep the phyllo dough from drying out as you build the casserole, keep the unused sheets under a clean, damp towel.
04of 12Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet CasserolePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie ProbstThis spinach-packed casserole cooks on the stovetop and bakes in the same skillet for a family-friendly dinner with an easy cleanup. You can use leftover chicken and cook the pasta ahead of time to speed up the prep.View Recipe
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Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet Casserole
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst
This spinach-packed casserole cooks on the stovetop and bakes in the same skillet for a family-friendly dinner with an easy cleanup. You can use leftover chicken and cook the pasta ahead of time to speed up the prep.
05of 12Beef & Black Bean Nacho CasserolePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Sue MitchellHominy adds a chewy texture in this healthy casserole, which draws flavor inspiration from nachos. Crushed corn tortilla chips add a crunchy layer to complete the dish. Mild, medium and hot green chiles all work well, so choose what you like best depending on your heat preference.View Recipe
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Beef & Black Bean Nacho Casserole
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Sue Mitchell
Hominy adds a chewy texture in this healthy casserole, which draws flavor inspiration from nachos. Crushed corn tortilla chips add a crunchy layer to complete the dish. Mild, medium and hot green chiles all work well, so choose what you like best depending on your heat preference.
06of 12Tuna Casserole with Orzo, Eggplant & FetaTuna casserole is a timeless comfort-food recipe; this one incorporates eggplant, artichoke hearts, oregano, olives and feta cheese for a Greek-inspired flair.View Recipe
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Tuna Casserole with Orzo, Eggplant & Feta
Tuna casserole is a timeless comfort-food recipe; this one incorporates eggplant, artichoke hearts, oregano, olives and feta cheese for a Greek-inspired flair.
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Skillet Tuna Noodle Casserole
Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Ruth Blackburn / Audrey Davis
08of 12Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet CasseroleRachel MarekThis Southwestern-inspired one-skillet casserole is stuffed with quinoa and plenty of fresh vegetables. Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top.View Recipe
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Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet Casserole
Rachel Marek
This Southwestern-inspired one-skillet casserole is stuffed with quinoa and plenty of fresh vegetables. Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top.
09of 12Salmon Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie WorthingtonThis salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.View Recipe
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Salmon Noodle Casserole
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie Worthington
This salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.
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Nacho Cauliflower Casserole
Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
11of 12Broccoli & Quinoa CasserolePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis broccoli-quinoa casserole makes a hearty vegetarian main dish. As the quinoa absorbs water and cooks, it creates the perfect amount of steam for cooking the broccoli. The broccoli is crisp-tender and adds texture to contrast with the creamy, cheesy quinoa. Swap in tricolor quinoa, if you prefer.View Recipe
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Broccoli & Quinoa Casserole
Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee
This broccoli-quinoa casserole makes a hearty vegetarian main dish. As the quinoa absorbs water and cooks, it creates the perfect amount of steam for cooking the broccoli. The broccoli is crisp-tender and adds texture to contrast with the creamy, cheesy quinoa. Swap in tricolor quinoa, if you prefer.
12of 12Two-Bean Enchilada CasseroleThis classic and comforting dish is easy to make on a busy weeknight. Serve this casserole with your favorite toppings, like shredded lettuce, olives or tomatoes.View Recipe
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Two-Bean Enchilada Casserole
This classic and comforting dish is easy to make on a busy weeknight. Serve this casserole with your favorite toppings, like shredded lettuce, olives or tomatoes.
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