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Chronic inflammation can cause somepesky symptomslike mental fog, joint stiffness and digestive issues, in addition toincreasing your risk for cardiovascular disease. That’s why it’s important to eatfoods with anti-inflammatory propertieslike the ones in these flavorful and nutritious dinner casseroles, including lean proteins, legumes, whole grains, veggies and healthy fats. These dishes are also madelow in saturated fats and sodiumto fit seamlessly into a heart-healthy eating pattern. Recipes like our Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet Casserole and Eggplant Tortilla Casserole make for a delicious and nourishing meal that will help you feel your best.
01of 13Creamy 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.
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Eggplant Tortilla Casserole
03of 13Green Chile Rotisserie Chicken CasserolePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa GrayThis green chile rotisserie chicken casserole features tender rotisserie chicken with lots of tender vegetables. The corn adds a nice pop of sweetness, while the rice helps absorb some of the flavors. A crunchy topping of crushed tortilla chips finishes off this comforting, Southwestern-inspired casserole.View Recipe
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Green Chile Rotisserie Chicken Casserole
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray

This green chile rotisserie chicken casserole features tender rotisserie chicken with lots of tender vegetables. The corn adds a nice pop of sweetness, while the rice helps absorb some of the flavors. A crunchy topping of crushed tortilla chips finishes off this comforting, Southwestern-inspired casserole.
04of 13Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with BroccolPhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoWhip up this quick and easy teriyaki chicken casserole in just one skillet—it’s the perfect go-to recipe for hectic weeknights that’s sure to satisfy a crowd. It’s ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. If you’re short on leftovers, a rotisserie chicken paired with a package of microwaveable brown rice is a good substitute.View Recipe
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Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with Broccol
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Whip up this quick and easy teriyaki chicken casserole in just one skillet—it’s the perfect go-to recipe for hectic weeknights that’s sure to satisfy a crowd. It’s ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. If you’re short on leftovers, a rotisserie chicken paired with a package of microwaveable brown rice is a good substitute.
05of 13Chicken TetrazziniThis retro dish will please kids and adults alike.View Recipe
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Chicken Tetrazzini

This retro dish will please kids and adults alike.
06of 13Turkey-Vegetable BakeNeed to use up leftover turkey from the holidays? Make this low fat casserole. It’s made with brown rice and lots of vegetables.View Recipe
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Turkey-Vegetable Bake

Need to use up leftover turkey from the holidays? Make this low fat casserole. It’s made with brown rice and lots of vegetables.
07of 13Creamy Chicken & Penne alla Vodka Casserole with PeasPhotographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel GrecoThis cheesy chicken pasta casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight when you need a fast and easy dinner with minimal cleanup. Vodka sauce adds a creamy note to the sauce. If you don’t have vodka sauce on hand, add a few tablespoons of cream to regular marinara.View Recipe
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Creamy Chicken & Penne alla Vodka Casserole with Peas
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

This cheesy chicken pasta casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight when you need a fast and easy dinner with minimal cleanup. Vodka sauce adds a creamy note to the sauce. If you don’t have vodka sauce on hand, add a few tablespoons of cream to regular marinara.
08of 13Mom’s Creamy Chicken & Broccoli CasseroleBrian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy BarrThis lightened-up creamy chicken casserole is packed with veggies. The sauce at the heart of this family-friendly casserole uses fat-free milk with a combination of fat-free Greek-style yogurt and a little mayonnaise to give it body.View Recipe
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Mom’s Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr

This lightened-up creamy chicken casserole is packed with veggies. The sauce at the heart of this family-friendly casserole uses fat-free milk with a combination of fat-free Greek-style yogurt and a little mayonnaise to give it body.
09of 13Chicken-Spaghetti Squash BakeIn this version of a chicken-and-broccoli casserole, spaghetti squash takes on a creamy texture when baked with cream of mushroom soup.View Recipe
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Chicken-Spaghetti Squash Bake

In this version of a chicken-and-broccoli casserole, spaghetti squash takes on a creamy texture when baked with cream of mushroom soup.
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Smoked Turkey, Kale & Rice Bake

11of 13Garlic Cashew Chicken CasseroleCombine brown rice, cashews, chow-mein noodles and vegetables galore with chicken in this delicious casserole.View Recipe
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Garlic Cashew Chicken Casserole

Combine brown rice, cashews, chow-mein noodles and vegetables galore with chicken in this delicious casserole.
12of 13Florentine Lasagna Roll-UpsPhotography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Ruth Blackburn / Audrey DavisThink portion control with these individual lasagna roll-ups. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.View Recipe
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Florentine Lasagna Roll-Ups
Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Ruth Blackburn / Audrey Davis

Think portion control with these individual lasagna roll-ups. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
13of 13Turkey & Leek Shepherd’s PieThe mashed potato-covered shepherd’s pie was originally created to use up the leftovers from a festive roast. This version blends peas, leeks and carrots with diced turkey, all in a creamy herb sauce. The dish is a perfect way to create a second meal with the holiday turkey but if you like, use leftover roast chicken, duck or goose.View Recipe
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Turkey & Leek Shepherd’s Pie

The mashed potato-covered shepherd’s pie was originally created to use up the leftovers from a festive roast. This version blends peas, leeks and carrots with diced turkey, all in a creamy herb sauce. The dish is a perfect way to create a second meal with the holiday turkey but if you like, use leftover roast chicken, duck or goose.
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