As dishes go, the casserole is our MVP. It makes sharing a meal so easy and the best ones will save you from fussing over any sides. So, when you need an all-in-one dinner that does more than just get dinner done, start with this list of Betty’s best casserole recipes.
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 79 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 1 hr 35 min
- Ingredients: 14
- Servings: 4
Rich garlicky flavor comes through loud and clear in this cheesy chicken casserole. Baked on a bed of orzo and topped with fresh chopped cherry tomatoes, this all-in-one meal makes dinner delectably simple.
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 184 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 35 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 8
Crispy, soft and rich, just like the perfect egg roll. This casserole has the texture and flavor you know and love but in an easy-to-assemble, deconstructed form. Throw it together with a couple clever shortcuts, like coleslaw mix and teriyaki sauce, for a family-friendly weeknight meal that’s better than take-out!
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 35 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 25 min
- Total time: 1 hr 15 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 4
Cajun flavors spice up the tried-and-true combination of chicken and rice in this zesty casserole. Featuring andouille sausage, green peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes and a couple other basic ingredients, this one-and-done dinner is weeknight easy with restaurant-quality flair.
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 416 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 25 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 6
Skip par-boiling whole peppers—with this dish you get all the flavor of the old-school favorite with a whole lot less labor. A little bit of chopping, a little bit of sautéing and before you know it, you’ve got a hearty casserole that ticks all the right boxes.
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 7 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 40 min
- Total time: 1 hr 20 min
- Ingredients: 16
- Servings: 8
Need a dinner that’ll impress? This done-up pasta bake features saucy noodles, tender chicken, briny olives, umami-rich sundried tomatoes, crumbly feta and a coating of crunchy breadcrumbs for a pasta dish that goes way beyond basic!
4.9 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 14 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 50 min
- Total time: 1 hr 30 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 8
Inspired by the recipe above, this pasta bake includes many of the same ultra-flavorful ingredients—chicken, olives, tomato sauce—but it comes in at about half the amount of calories per serving. So, don’t think that counting calories means you have to cut pasta out of your diet.
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 8 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 40 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 14
- Servings: 4
Streamlining classic dishes into weeknight-easy recipes that still capture the flavor of the original is one of our favorite approaches to recipe development. So, without further ado, check out this extra-easy version of the Southern favorite, smothered pork chops!
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 86 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 1 hr 15 min
- Ingredients: 11
- Servings: 8
Here’s an all-in-one meal that’ll fill you up without weighing you down. Combining chicken and orzo with spinach, feta and bright lemon—it’s a perfectly balanced meal that’s sure to become a favorite with the whole family.
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 33 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 1 hr 45 min
- Ingredients: 15
- Servings: 8
Tex-Mex comfort food at its best, this tasty dinner pie is built on a cornbread base, spiced up with sautéed ground beef and enchilada sauce and blanketed in melted cheese. When it comes out of the oven, add chopped tomatoes, avocado, green onions and any other fresh toppings you enjoy!
4.2 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 6 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 17
- Servings: 6
Sour cream-and-onion dip for dinner? Yes, please! This dump-and-go dinner features taters, shredded chicken, chive-and-onion cream cheese and a few other flavor-rich ingredients that bake up into a comforting and creamy dinner that’s as addicting as the dip that inspired it!
4.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 5 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 60 min
- Total time: 1 hr 40 min
- Ingredients: 16
- Servings: 8
Bake your meatballs on a saucy bed of penne mixed with spinach and blanketed with mozzarella and ricotta for a satisfying meal. Ground chicken, in place of the ground pork or beef typically used in Italian meatballs, makes these ones wonderfully light and really allows the seasonings to shine through.
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 138 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 1 hr 10 min
- Ingredients: 9
- Servings: 8
Kids of all ages will be delighted with this indulgent casserole. Ground beef, cheddar cheese and bacon dotted with crispy tater tots really delivers on that irresistible cheeseburger flavor, so next time you want to treat the family to a delicious dinner look no further than this crowd-pleasing recipe.
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 33 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 40 min
- Total time: 1 hr 25 min
- Ingredients: 15
- Servings: 6
Everyone will relish eating their veggies when this dish is what’s for dinner. Combining an entire pound of zucchini with orzo pasta, ground beef, Italian seasonings and melty mozzarella makes for a hearty, comforting dish that tastes a whole lot richer than you’d expect from a meal that’s only 300 calories per serving.
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 4 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 11
- Servings: 8
Chiles, fire-roasted tomatoes and taco seasoning are the zesty ingredients that make up king-ranch flavor and give this macaroni and cheese its irresistible Tex-Mex taste. Give it a try and don’t be surprised if your family asks you to add it to the regular rotation.
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 38 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 45 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 6
Need to clear out the pantry? This richly flavored and hearty casserole makes great use of staples like beans, canned tomatoes and breadcrumbs. Add in some sautéed Italian sausage and spinach and you’ve got a well-rounded meal that doesn’t need any sides to make it complete.
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 28 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 45 min
- Ingredients: 9
- Servings: 6
Mashed potatoes enriched with cheddar cheese and sour cream get combined with barbecue chicken—just combine shredded chicken with your favorite bottle of sauce—and garnished with some crispy bacon and green onions in this down-home dinner that’s easy to make thanks to a couple of clever shortcuts.
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 27 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 1 hr 5 min
- Ingredients: 10
- Servings: 6
Here’s a meal for using up your leftover holiday ham. Combine 1 cup of the cubed ham with frozen pierogis and an easy, homemade cheese sauce for a comforting dinner that’s sure to be a hit.
4.2 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 122 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 25 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 9
- Servings: 6
Hot dish, or casserole, as it’s known everywhere outside Minnesota, is a homey dish that’s been sustaining families for decades. Combining sautéed ground beef with noodles, tomato sauce and a heaping pile of cheese—it’s not hard to see why this dish endures.
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 66 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 1 hr 30 min
- Ingredients: 18
- Servings: 8
Gather up your Tex-Mex kitchen staples for this zesty casserole. It makes great use of a can of enchilada sauce, green chiles, tortillas and beans and it’s a whole lot simpler than rolling up a pan of enchiladas.
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 79 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 8
- Servings: 8
Remake your leftover pot roast with a little help from Betty’s scalloped potatoes. Toss the ingredients together and you’ve got a meal that even leftover haters will adore.
3.9 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 16 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 40 min
- Total time: 1 hr 5 min
- Ingredients: 16
- Servings: 8
Full of the tangy, rich and earthy flavors you know from the original dish, this new-school take on chicken paprikash features red peppers, egg noodles, chicken, sour cream and most importantly, Hungarian paprika. It’s a must-try when you’re looking for a new take on a chicken dinner.
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 7 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 25 min
- Total time: 1 hr 30 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 8
Flavorful pork and rib-sticking rice get amped up with Italian seasonings and a delightfully crunchy topping of toasted breadcrumbs in this weeknight-friendly casserole.
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 216 reviews.- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 1 hr 15 min
- Ingredients: 10
- Servings: 6
If you love queso as much as we do, waste no time. This casserole is calling your name. The chicken and rice give you an excellent excuse for eating your favorite dip as dinner!
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 10 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 30 min
- Total time: 1 hr 15 min
- Ingredients: 12
- Servings: 12
Rich barbecue pulled pork covered in a layer of cheesy homemade mac and cheese and topped with toasted breadcrumbs—it’s the dreamiest take on comfort food we’ve had in a long time.
3.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 38 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 15 min
- Total time: 1 hr 10 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 6
Try your hand at this favorite take-out dish next time you’re craving Indian. With warming spices, tomatoes, a rich creamy sauce and chicken, this casserole really delivers!
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 62 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 20 min
- Total time: 9 hr 30 min
- Ingredients: 5
- Servings: 8
Leave the laborious layered lasagna recipe for a night when you’ve got more time. This deconstructed version made with a bag of frozen ravioli will satisfy your craving for cheesy, indulgent pasta without a lot of labor.
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 72 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 25 min
- Total time: 60 min
- Ingredients: 11
- Servings: 6
Sloppy joes are a lot less sloppy and just as delicious when they’re baked in casserole form with a cornbread crust, but you don’t have to take our word for it. This recipe’s ratings speak for themselves.
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 7 reviews.Kitchen Tested- Prep time: 35 min
- Total time: 1 hr 20 min
- Ingredients: 13
- Servings: 8
Meat-free doesn’t mean flavor-free and this dish proves it. Not that you have to point out the missing protein when you serve up this cheesy casserole. With spinach, tomatoes and spaghetti in the mix, no one will leave the table hungry.
