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Photo: Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia Bayless
A cozy, comforting casserole is a wonderful option to whip up during the cold winter months. These delicious casserole recipes, made with tasty winter veggies like kale, cauliflower, cabbage and winter squash, will be ready to devour in less than an hour. You’ll want to try options like our Creamy Cabbage Casserole and Cheesy Beef & Black Bean Skillet Casserole for a warm and hearty meal everyone will enjoy.
01of 21Creamy Chicken & Cauliflower Rice CasserolePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis protein-rich, one-skillet dinner features tender chicken thighs baked on a bed of creamy cauliflower rice packed with meaty mushrooms. While chicken thighs are quick and convenient, you can substitute halved bone-in chicken breasts in their place.View Recipe
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Creamy Chicken & Cauliflower Rice Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
This protein-rich, one-skillet dinner features tender chicken thighs baked on a bed of creamy cauliflower rice packed with meaty mushrooms. While chicken thighs are quick and convenient, you can substitute halved bone-in chicken breasts in their place.
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02of 21Creamy Cabbage CasserolePhotography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia BaylessThis creamy cabbage casserole is subtly spicy and has the perfect balance of sweet, tender cabbage to classic, creamy béchamel sauce. The cracker-and-cheese topping adds a nice bit of crunch in every bite. Serve alongside roasted chicken or pork.View Recipe
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Creamy Cabbage Casserole
Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia Bayless
This creamy cabbage casserole is subtly spicy and has the perfect balance of sweet, tender cabbage to classic, creamy béchamel sauce. The cracker-and-cheese topping adds a nice bit of crunch in every bite. Serve alongside roasted chicken or pork.
03of 21Creamed 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. You can cook long-grain brown rice ahead of time or look for packaged microwaveable brown rice to use instead.View Recipe
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Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
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. You can cook long-grain brown rice ahead of time or look for packaged microwaveable brown rice to use instead.
04of 21Cheesy 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
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.
05of 21Spinach, Feta & Rice CasseroleThis one-pan recipe is the casserole version of spanakopita! It’s hearty enough to enjoy as a vegetarian lunch or dinner, yet versatile enough to serve alongside just about any protein. To make it extra creamy, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.View Recipe
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Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole
This one-pan recipe is the casserole version of spanakopita! It’s hearty enough to enjoy as a vegetarian lunch or dinner, yet versatile enough to serve alongside just about any protein. To make it extra creamy, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.
06of 21Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Chicken CasseroleBrie GoldmanThis creamy chicken casserole 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
This creamy chicken casserole 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.
07of 21Spinach & Artichoke Casserole with Chicken & Cauliflower RicePhotographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea ZimmerThis high-protein chicken casserole clocks in right around 400 calories to help you end your day feeling satisfied—not starved or overly full.View Recipe
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Spinach & Artichoke Casserole with Chicken & Cauliflower Rice
Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
This high-protein chicken casserole clocks in right around 400 calories to help you end your day feeling satisfied—not starved or overly full.
08of 21Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower CasseroleJennifer CauseyThis creamy low-carb Buffalo chicken and cauliflower 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
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Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole
Jennifer Causey
This creamy low-carb Buffalo chicken and cauliflower 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.
09of 21Mini Loaded Cauliflower CasserolesJacob FoxYou’ll love this low-carb mini casserole version of loaded baked potatoes! Tangy sour cream coats chopped cauliflower and bakes with Cheddar cheese, bacon and onion in ramekins for you to enjoy your own personal comfort-food casserole.View Recipe
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Mini Loaded Cauliflower Casseroles
Jacob Fox
You’ll love this low-carb mini casserole version of loaded baked potatoes! Tangy sour cream coats chopped cauliflower and bakes with Cheddar cheese, bacon and onion in ramekins for you to enjoy your own personal comfort-food casserole.
10of 21Spinach & 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
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.
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Quick King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Christine Ma
12of 21Cabbage Roll CasserolePhotographer: Grant Webster; Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman; Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek,This casserole has all the elements of cabbage rolls—ground beef, onion and rice cooked in tomato sauce—and skips the fuss of rolling. The cabbage is chopped instead and layered with the saucy filling, then topped with cheese for a satisfying and easy casserole.View Recipe
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Cabbage Roll Casserole
Photographer: Grant Webster; Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman; Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek,
This casserole has all the elements of cabbage rolls—ground beef, onion and rice cooked in tomato sauce—and skips the fuss of rolling. The cabbage is chopped instead and layered with the saucy filling, then topped with cheese for a satisfying and easy casserole.
13of 21Chicken Enchilada Skillet CasseroleJacob FoxThis simplified take on cheesy chicken enchiladas only requires one pan for cooking and eliminates the need to stuff and roll corn tortillas. Charring the veggies in a cast-iron skillet adds depth of flavor. Don’t worry if you don’t have one, because you can use any oven-safe skillet instead.View Recipe
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Chicken Enchilada Skillet Casserole
This simplified take on cheesy chicken enchiladas only requires one pan for cooking and eliminates the need to stuff and roll corn tortillas. Charring the veggies in a cast-iron skillet adds depth of flavor. Don’t worry if you don’t have one, because you can use any oven-safe skillet instead.
14of 21Chicken Parmesan CasseroleWe took the best parts of chicken Parmesan—ooey-gooey cheese, crispy breadcrumbs and plenty of tomato sauce—and spun them into an easy family-friendly casserole.View Recipe
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Chicken Parmesan Casserole
We took the best parts of chicken Parmesan—ooey-gooey cheese, crispy breadcrumbs and plenty of tomato sauce—and spun them into an easy family-friendly casserole.
15of 21Cauliflower GratinAntonis AchilleosThis easy cauliflower gratin uses one pot to steam the cauliflower and then make the cheesy sauce, cutting down on dishes. Just 20 minutes in the oven is all it takes to crisp up the breadcrumb crust. Serve this family-friendly gratin alongside roast chicken, pork or steak.View Recipe
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Cauliflower Gratin
Antonis Achilleos
This easy cauliflower gratin uses one pot to steam the cauliflower and then make the cheesy sauce, cutting down on dishes. Just 20 minutes in the oven is all it takes to crisp up the breadcrumb crust. Serve this family-friendly gratin alongside roast chicken, pork or steak.
16of 21Skillet Green Chile-Chicken Enchilada CasseroleThis enchilada casserole is bursting with chicken, tomatoes, tomatillos, chile peppers and cheese, and because it’s a one-skillet casserole, cleanup is a breeze.View Recipe
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Skillet Green Chile-Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This enchilada casserole is bursting with chicken, tomatoes, tomatillos, chile peppers and cheese, and because it’s a one-skillet casserole, cleanup is a breeze.
17of 21Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower CasserolePhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoGround beef and cauliflower combine to create a hearty weeknight casserole that both kids and adults will love. Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.View Recipe
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Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
Ground beef and cauliflower combine to create a hearty weeknight casserole that both kids and adults will love. Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.
18of 21Creamed Cabbage & Sauerkraut with Rye BreadcrumbsHot Hungarian paprika gives this casserole subtle heat, but you could use sweet instead. Adding sauerkraut to the mix adds bites of salty tangy flavor throughout. Try leftovers layered with turkey, Swiss and Russian dressing on a panini for a Reuben-inspired sandwich.View Recipe
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Creamed Cabbage & Sauerkraut with Rye Breadcrumbs
Hot Hungarian paprika gives this casserole subtle heat, but you could use sweet instead. Adding sauerkraut to the mix adds bites of salty tangy flavor throughout. Try leftovers layered with turkey, Swiss and Russian dressing on a panini for a Reuben-inspired sandwich.
19of 21Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash CasseroleTender strings of spaghetti squash replace pasta in this cheesy gluten-free casserole that’s studded with broccoli. Cheddar cheese melts into a bubbling topping. Serve with roasted chicken or pork or as part of a vegetarian dinner.View Recipe
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Broccoli-Cheddar Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Tender strings of spaghetti squash replace pasta in this cheesy gluten-free casserole that’s studded with broccoli. Cheddar cheese melts into a bubbling topping. Serve with roasted chicken or pork or as part of a vegetarian dinner.
20of 21Vegetarian Shepherd’s PiesThese mini vegetarian shepherd’s pies feature lentils, carrot and corn, crowned with a velvety mashed potato topping. The recipe can also be made in a broiler-safe casserole dish. Serve with a spinach salad with oranges, walnuts and red-wine vinaigrette.View Recipe
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Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pies
These mini vegetarian shepherd’s pies feature lentils, carrot and corn, crowned with a velvety mashed potato topping. The recipe can also be made in a broiler-safe casserole dish. Serve with a spinach salad with oranges, walnuts and red-wine vinaigrette.
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Smoked Turkey, Kale & Rice Bake
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