Close

Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

a recipe photo of the Creamy Lemon-Dill Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Making sure you eat enough protein can help you accomplish a variety of health goals. Whether you’re working to increase energy levels or maintain muscle and bone strength, these casseroles are great options since they’re packed with at least 15 grams of protein per serving from foods like vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains. Plus they all have at least four-star reviews from EatingWell readers, so you know they’re bound to be delicious! Recipes like Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot Casserole or Creamy Lemon-Dill Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Casserole make for delicious dinners that will help you stay satisfied.

01of 20Honey-Garlic Chicken CasserolePhotographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Lauren OdumThis honey-garlic chicken casserole is the perfect option for when you want a protein-packed stir-fry. To keep prep to a minimum, we use precooked brown rice. Look for it in pouches at the store or whip up this one-pot meal when you have leftovers to spare.View Recipe

01of 20

Honey-Garlic Chicken Casserole

Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Lauren Odum

Honey-Garlic Chicken Casserole in a skillet

This honey-garlic chicken casserole is the perfect option for when you want a protein-packed stir-fry. To keep prep to a minimum, we use precooked brown rice. Look for it in pouches at the store or whip up this one-pot meal when you have leftovers to spare.

View Recipe

02of 20Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis breakfast-for-dinner casserole takes inspiration from one of our favorite appetizers—spinach-and-artichoke dip. It’s assembled and baked in a single baking dish, making prep (and cleanup!) a breeze. Potato tots nestled on top add a crispy, golden crust.View Recipe

02of 20

Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot Casserole

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

a recipe photo of the Spinach, Feta & Artichoke Tater Tot Casserole

This breakfast-for-dinner casserole takes inspiration from one of our favorite appetizers—spinach-and-artichoke dip. It’s assembled and baked in a single baking dish, making prep (and cleanup!) a breeze. Potato tots nestled on top add a crispy, golden crust.

03of 20Pizza 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 bell peppers.View Recipe

03of 20

Pizza Pasta Casserole

a recipe photo of the 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 bell peppers.

04of 20Creamy Lemon-Dill Rotisserie Chicken Noodle CasserolePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia BaylessImagine this simple recipe as the casserole version of classic chicken noodle soup! High-quality broth or homemade chicken stock enhances the flavor along with fresh, grassy notes of dill.View Recipe

04of 20

Creamy Lemon-Dill Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Casserole

Imagine this simple recipe as the casserole version of classic chicken noodle soup! High-quality broth or homemade chicken stock enhances the flavor along with fresh, grassy notes of dill.

05of 20Cheesy Beef & Black Bean Skillet CasserolePhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina DaleyIn this taco-inspired casserole, 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.View Recipe

05of 20

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

In this taco-inspired casserole, 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.

06of 20Pesto 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. Using refrigerated pesto is recommended for its fresh flavor, which enhances the overall dish.View Recipe

06of 20

Pesto Tuna Noodle Casserole

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

a recipe photo of the Pesto Tuna Noodle Casserole

A creamy pesto sauce with sweet shallots and wilted spinach gives a light and bright spin to classic tuna noodle casserole. Using refrigerated pesto is recommended for its fresh flavor, which enhances the overall dish.

07of 20Chicken Piccata CasserolePhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer WendorfThis protein-packed casserole brings all the flavors of classic chicken piccata together in one dish. Cooking the lemon slices in butter mellows their bite and helps jump-start the lemony flavor of the dish.View Recipe

07of 20

Chicken Piccata Casserole

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

a recipe photo of the Chicken Piccata Casserole

This protein-packed casserole brings all the flavors of classic chicken piccata together in one dish. Cooking the lemon slices in butter mellows their bite and helps jump-start the lemony flavor of the dish.

08of 20Cheeseburger CasserolePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel GrecoIf you love a classic cheeseburger with all the fixings, you’ll love this casserole. Shredded lettuce offers a refreshing crunch, but feel free to mix it up with another green like spinach or kale, or top with Swiss cheese and sautéed mushrooms for a different spin.View Recipe

08of 20

Cheeseburger Casserole

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

a recipe photo of the Cheeseburger Casserole

If you love a classic cheeseburger with all the fixings, you’ll love this casserole. Shredded lettuce offers a refreshing crunch, but feel free to mix it up with another green like spinach or kale, or top with Swiss cheese and sautéed mushrooms for a different spin.

09of 20Creamy 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.View Recipe

09of 20

Creamy Chicken & Penne alla Vodka Casserole with Peas

Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

a recipe photo of the Creamy Chicken & Penne Alla Vodka Casserole with Peas

This cheesy chicken pasta casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight when you need a fast and easy dinner with minimal cleanup.

10of 20Spanakopita-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.View Recipe

10of 20

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.

11of 20Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo CasseroleStacy AllenThis lemony casserole is a one-dish dinner that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven and absorbs all the bright, lemony flavors while it cooks.View Recipe

11of 20

Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole

Stacy Allen

Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole with a utensil and small dish of dressing

This lemony casserole is a one-dish dinner that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven and absorbs all the bright, lemony flavors while it cooks.

12of 20Creamed Spinach & Chicken CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell RoysterCreamed spinach and chicken combine in this crowd-pleasing, comforting casserole. Crushed red pepper packs some heat, so add less or leave it out completely if you want a milder version.View Recipe

12of 20

Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole

Creamed spinach and chicken combine in this crowd-pleasing, comforting casserole. Crushed red pepper packs some heat, so add less or leave it out completely if you want a milder version.

13of 20Stuffed Pepper CasserolePhotographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist Julia BaylessYou won’t be stuffing any peppers for this stuffed pepper casserole, but you will be enjoying the sweet and smoky combination of flavors coming from bell peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika and ground beef.View Recipe

13of 20

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist Julia Bayless

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

You won’t be stuffing any peppers for this stuffed pepper casserole, but you will be enjoying the sweet and smoky combination of flavors coming from bell peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika and ground beef.

14of 20Creamy 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

14of 20

Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst

Overhead view of a skillet of Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet Casserole recipe

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.

15of 20

Slow-Cooker Chicken & Pinto Bean Enchilada Casserole

Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

a recipe photo of the Slow-Cooker Chicken & Pinto Bean Enchilada Casserole served on a plate

16of 20Cheesy 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 tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.View Recipe

16of 20

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 tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.

17of 20Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower CasseroleJennifer CauseyThis creamy low-carb casserole is spicy and satisfying. Cauliflower and celery add a tender-crisp bite, while a sprinkle of blue cheese on top adds a savory finish.View Recipe

17of 20

Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole

Jennifer Causey

Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole

This creamy low-carb casserole is spicy and satisfying. Cauliflower and celery add a tender-crisp bite, while a sprinkle of blue cheese on top adds a savory finish.

18of 20Jalapeño Popper CasseroleCaitlin BenselJalapeño poppers, but make it a casserole! Here, we slather tender, juicy bites of chicken in a creamy, slightly spicy sauce with a crunchy topping of panko breadcrumbs and crispy bacon.View Recipe

18of 20

Jalapeño Popper Casserole

Caitlin Bensel

Jalapeño Popper Casserole

Jalapeño poppers, but make it a casserole! Here, we slather tender, juicy bites of chicken in a creamy, slightly spicy sauce with a crunchy topping of panko breadcrumbs and crispy bacon.

19of 20Sweet Potato, Sausage and Goat Cheese Egg CasseroleThis hearty casserole, featuring roasted sweet potatoes, is the perfect dish for when you want breakfast for dinner.View Recipe

19of 20

Sweet Potato, Sausage and Goat Cheese Egg Casserole

Sweet Potato, Sausage and Goat Cheese Egg Casserole

This hearty casserole, featuring roasted sweet potatoes, is the perfect dish for when you want breakfast for dinner.

20of 20Summer Vegetable Chicken Tortilla CasseroleDevon O’BrienSummer’s harvest—eggplant, corn and zucchini—stars in this flavorful veggie casserole that’s perfect for serving a crowd or for a dinner with leftovers for the next day.View Recipe

20of 20

Summer Vegetable Chicken Tortilla Casserole

Devon O’Brien

Summer Vegetable Chicken Tortilla Casserole

Summer’s harvest—eggplant, corn and zucchini—stars in this flavorful veggie casserole that’s perfect for serving a crowd or for a dinner with leftovers for the next day.

Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia

Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

Was this page helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Tell us why!OtherSubmit

Tell us why!