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Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell

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Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell

If you love cheesy dishes, these casserole recipes will be right up your alley! These cheesy casseroles are packed with a variety of proteins, veggies and of course, plenty of cheese. Comforting options like our Creamy Chicken, Corn & Poblano Skillet Casserole and our Dump & Bake Pizza Pasta Casserole are so delicious, you’ll want to try all of them.

01of 19Creamy Chicken, Corn & Poblano Skillet CasserolePhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Julian HensarlingThis zesty skillet chicken casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight. A creamy sauce coats the chicken, offering a flavorful bite with a nice level of heat. Poblano peppers are generally mild, but their heat can vary. For a milder version, you can substitute green bell peppers and omit the jalapeño.View Recipe

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Creamy Chicken, Corn & Poblano Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling

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This zesty skillet chicken casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight. A creamy sauce coats the chicken, offering a flavorful bite with a nice level of heat. Poblano peppers are generally mild, but their heat can vary. For a milder version, you can substitute green bell peppers and omit the jalapeño.

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02of 19Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Skillet CasserolePhotographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer WendorfThis delightful one-skillet cheesy chicken Alfredo casserole combines penne pasta, tender broccoli and shredded rotisserie chicken smothered in a creamy sauce. To simplify the sauce, we opt for a pre-shredded Italian cheese blend. Though cheese blends vary, they typically contain Parmesan cheese, imparting the traditional Alfredo flavor. Seek blends with aged cheeses or blends that include sharp cheeses like provolone or Asiago for a richer flavor profile.View Recipe

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Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

a recipe photo of the Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Skillet Casserole

This delightful one-skillet cheesy chicken Alfredo casserole combines penne pasta, tender broccoli and shredded rotisserie chicken smothered in a creamy sauce. To simplify the sauce, we opt for a pre-shredded Italian cheese blend. Though cheese blends vary, they typically contain Parmesan cheese, imparting the traditional Alfredo flavor. Seek blends with aged cheeses or blends that include sharp cheeses like provolone or Asiago for a richer flavor profile.

03of 19Dump & Bake Pizza Pasta CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis easy, toss-together casserole offers all the flavors of a pepperoni pizza, with fusilli pasta absorbing the rich tomato sauce while mingling with gooey melted cheese and meaty pepperoni slices. For a meatless option, simply replace the pepperoni with sliced mushrooms and frozen bell peppers. Pair it with a Caesar salad for a complete meal.View Recipe

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Dump & Bake Pizza Pasta Casserole

This easy, toss-together casserole offers all the flavors of a pepperoni pizza, with fusilli pasta absorbing the rich tomato sauce while mingling with gooey melted cheese and meaty pepperoni slices. For a meatless option, simply replace the pepperoni with sliced mushrooms and frozen bell peppers. Pair it with a Caesar salad for a complete meal.

04of 19Chicken Alfredo & Broccoli Rice CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis cheesy, creamy rice casserole is full of flavor and exactly what you’re looking for when you need a delicious, quick meal with little to no effort. Packages of microwaveable rice help to expedite the cooking process, but leftover rice works well too as an easy swap.View Recipe

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Chicken Alfredo & Broccoli Rice Casserole

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This cheesy, creamy rice casserole is full of flavor and exactly what you’re looking for when you need a delicious, quick meal with little to no effort. Packages of microwaveable rice help to expedite the cooking process, but leftover rice works well too as an easy swap.

05of 19Creamy 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

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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.

06of 19Cheesy Beef & Black Bean Skillet CasserolePhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina DaleyThink of this creamy skillet casserole as a one-pan taco. The corn tortillas crisp up under the broiler, adding crunch to go with the creamy filling. If you enjoy a bit of spiciness, opt for hot salsa or chipotle salsa for some smoky undertones. Tomatillo salsa works well, too, adding tang and a fresh flavor to this easy skillet dinner.View Recipe

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Cheesy Beef & Black Bean Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

a recipe photo of the Cheesy Beef and Black Bean Skillet Casserole

Think of this creamy skillet casserole as a one-pan taco. The corn tortillas crisp up under the broiler, adding crunch to go with the creamy filling. If you enjoy a bit of spiciness, opt for hot salsa or chipotle salsa for some smoky undertones. Tomatillo salsa works well, too, adding tang and a fresh flavor to this easy skillet dinner.

07of 19Spinach & Tortellini CasserolePhotographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi JuhlThis tortellini casserole is comfort food at its finest. This easy-to-make dinner takes only 20 minutes to prep and is finished in under an hour. We use refrigerated tortellini, but frozen tortellini would also shine in this dish. If you’ve got leftover cooked vegetables, stir those into the mix or add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives for a boost of flavor.View Recipe

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Spinach & Tortellini Casserole

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

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This tortellini casserole is comfort food at its finest. This easy-to-make dinner takes only 20 minutes to prep and is finished in under an hour. We use refrigerated tortellini, but frozen tortellini would also shine in this dish. If you’ve got leftover cooked vegetables, stir those into the mix or add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives for a boost of flavor.

08of 19Cheeseburger CasserolePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel GrecoIf you love a classic cheeseburger with all the fixings, you’ll love this family-friendly cheeseburger casserole. Rotini pasta picks up all the flavors of this comforting dish, and we love the crunch from shredded fresh lettuce.View Recipe

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Cheeseburger Casserole

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

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If you love a classic cheeseburger with all the fixings, you’ll love this family-friendly cheeseburger casserole. Rotini pasta picks up all the flavors of this comforting dish, and we love the crunch from shredded fresh lettuce.

09of 19Philly Cheesesteak CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylissWith the combo of beef, cheese and bell pepper, this easy casserole hits the nail on the head when it comes to the flavors of classic Philly cheesesteak. It’s sure to be a new family favorite that’s quick enough to pull off on a weeknight.View Recipe

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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayliss

A serving of Philly cheesesteak casserole on a turquoise plate, with a glass of sparkling water above it in the top right corner, and another plate with the casserole in the top left corner

With the combo of beef, cheese and bell pepper, this easy casserole hits the nail on the head when it comes to the flavors of classic Philly cheesesteak. It’s sure to be a new family favorite that’s quick enough to pull off on a weeknight.

10of 19Spanakopita-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

Overhead view of a baking dish of Spanakopita-Inspired Chicken & White Bean Casserole recipe

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.

11of 19One-Pot Cheesy Pasta BakeJennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck HillegasThis easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty.View Recipe

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One-Pot Cheesy Pasta Bake

Jennifer Causey; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

One-Pot Cheesy Pasta Bake

This easy skillet pasta bake is a surefire family hit. Pasta and meat sauce topped with mozzarella cheese will make everyone at the table happy, and the all-in-one-pot technique will have the cook smiling pretty.

12of 19Caprese CasseroleSara HaasThis healthy casserole comes together easily, making it the perfect choice for any weeknight dinner. Be sure not to overcook the pasta or it will turn mushy. And don’t skip the balsamic vinegar at the end—it’s a bright finishing touch.View Recipe

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Caprese Casserole

Sara Haas

a recipe photo of the Caprese Casserole served in a dish with a wooden spoon dipped in it and tomatoes, basil, and a towel beside it

This healthy casserole comes together easily, making it the perfect choice for any weeknight dinner. Be sure not to overcook the pasta or it will turn mushy. And don’t skip the balsamic vinegar at the end—it’s a bright finishing touch.

13of 19Beef & 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

A casserole dish with the beef & black bean nacho casserole recipe

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.

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Creamy Spinach-&-Feta Chicken Casserole

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Nacho Cauliflower Casserole

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

a recipe photo of the Nacho Cauliflower Casserole served in a dish

16of 19Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Chicken CasseroleBrie GoldmanThis creamy chicken casserole recipe pops with lemon and savory Parmesan cheese. It’s also loaded with vitamin C-packed broccoli. Using whole-wheat orzo ups the fiber content in this healthful and comforting dinner.View Recipe

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Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Chicken Casserole

Brie Goldman

overhead view of casserole in a dish with breadcrumb mixture sprinkled on half of the top and a bowl of breadcrumb mixture with a spoon in it

This creamy chicken casserole recipe pops with lemon and savory Parmesan cheese. It’s also loaded with vitamin C-packed broccoli. Using whole-wheat orzo ups the fiber content in this healthful and comforting dinner.

17of 19Philly Chicken Cheesesteak CasseroleDiana ChistrugaThis Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.View Recipe

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Philly Chicken Cheesesteak Casserole

Diana Chistruga

Philly Chicken Cheesesteak Casserole in a cast iron skillet with a wooden spoon pulling out a serving - awesome cheese pull

This Philly chicken cheesesteak casserole tastes just like the classic sandwich version but in casserole form. We swapped out the beef for ground chicken and added pasta to bring this quick one-skillet dinner together.

18of 19Cheesy Meatball CasserolePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylessThis cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.View Recipe

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Cheesy Meatball Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Cheesy meatball casserole baked in a white baking pan, topped with fresh basil

This cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.

19of 19Cheesy Chicken & Cabbage CasseroleDiana ChistrugaThis cheesy chicken and cabbage casserole is creamy and briny with plenty of savory flavors thanks to sauerkraut and kielbasa. Gruyère (or Swiss) cheese adds a nutty flavor to the dish, while rye breadcrumbs on top give it a hint of caraway and a nice crunch.View Recipe

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Cheesy Chicken & Cabbage Casserole

Cheesy Chicken & Cabbage Casserole

This cheesy chicken and cabbage casserole is creamy and briny with plenty of savory flavors thanks to sauerkraut and kielbasa. Gruyère (or Swiss) cheese adds a nutty flavor to the dish, while rye breadcrumbs on top give it a hint of caraway and a nice crunch.

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