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Easy Weeknight Casseroles

Stacey Pirtle

by Stacey Published: Mar 2, 2024

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Casseroles are the perfect busy weeknight meals! These all-in-one dinners are quick to put together, easy to bake and always make plenty for everyone. From pasta to rice, beef to chicken, this week’s recipe collection has just the right casserole recipe no matter your schedule!

A title collage of casserole recipes that are ideal for making on busy weeknights and feeding families.

Weeknights can be busy! Whether you’re coming home from a full day of work and errands, been busy keeping house, or just figuring out how to get everyone to all their activities, there just doesn’t seem to be much time for the family table during the week. Even so, we do like to see our tables filled with the smiling faces of those we love most.

That’s why meals like those included in this week’s Recipe Collection are so important! Quick and easy, these simple full-meal casseroles go from start to table in 30 minutes or less. Ranging from beef to chicken, pasta to rice, Mexican to Italian, there’s a little something that sure to make everyone happy. Plus, these one dish meals are perfect for leftovers, freezing, even prepping ahead!

So, bring on the busy! You’ve got it covered!

Busy Weeknight Casseroles

Dorito King Ranch Chicken Skillet

It’s hard to resist the familiar flavors of a good King Ranch Chicken Casserole! And that’s what makes this Dorito King Ranch Chicken Skillet version a true winner! The crunch and flavor of tortilla chips and easy one dish clean up, plus the pulled chicken, Rotel tomatoes and cheesy, creamy layer you expect will make this recipe your new go-to dish!

Ultimate Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Also called Million Dollar Spaghetti, this layered spaghetti casserole is part baked spaghetti and part lasagna with a dreamy, melty, cheesy center! Using the 'make ahead method' included in the post, it's the perfect weeknight casserole with leftovers.

Easy White Ravioli Casserole- A Shortcut Lasagna

This easy White Ravioli Casserole recipe is full of shortcuts!  Layers of spinach, frozen cheese ravioli,  sausage crumbles, Alfredo sauce & cheese are baked to a golden, bubbly perfection in no time flat to create a delicious lasagna-style family meal.  With just 6 ingredients and 2 steps, it’s perfect for busy weeknights, but special enough for guests!

Hearty Chili Mac Casserole

Chili Mac is one of those tried and true comfort meals that always hits the spot! It brings together 2 classic family favorites-beefy, hearty chili and creamy, melty macaroni and cheese to create the ultimate comfort food casserole that, from start to finish, makes it to the table in just 30 minutes.

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

Classic chicken and rice meets creamy, cheesy spinach artichoke dip in this Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole recipe with rice for an amazingly delicious all-in-one comfort dish that’s dreamy indulgent and perfect for every occasion! The make ahead method in the post make it an easy way to get a dinner like this on the table even when the schedule is tight!

Cheesy Mexican Rice Casserole

Cheesy Mexican Rice Casserole is an easy, one-pot rice dinner recipe that makes it to the table in 30 minutes with all the flavors and feels of your favorite taco! Loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn and tomatoes, this hot & cheesy Tex Mex comfort meal is a guaranteed family favorite.

One Dish Beefy Baked Ravioli

Cheesy, comforting One Dish Beefy Baked Ravioli is a quick & easy one dish recipe with velvety cheese filled pasta smothered in a simple, hearty beef & sausage red sauce using pre-made ravioli that bakes up bubbly in just 30 minutes. 

Layered Beef Enchiladas

Layers of seasoned beef in a red enchilada sauce, corn tostadas and melted Monterrey Jack cheese are what this dish is all about!  No need to hand roll an enchilada when this easy to make casserole is all you need to kick up your heels and have your own fiesta.

Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole with it’s buttery Ritz cracker topping is so creamy and delicious, you won’t believe how easily it comes together with just a few kitchen staples! Easy to make ahead or freeze, a classic at potlucks and just the dish to share with a friend in need, this easy chicken dinner is sure to a be regular on your menu!

Cheesy Beef Noodle Casserole

The layers of seasoned beef, loads of cheese and egg noodles all covered in a creamy tomato mushroom sauce make this 30 minute Cheesy Beef Noodle Casserole a winner every single time it hits the table.  

Creamy Lemon Chicken Rice Casserole

Loads of bright lemon flavor, tender rice, hints of Parmesan and savory boneless chicken thighs guarantee this isn’t your regular chicken and rice casserole! Easy enough for busy weeknights, special enough for guests, Creamy Lemon Chicken Rice Casserole is melt-in-your-mouth delicious in just 30 minutes using only one pan!

Million Dollar Mexican Spaghetti

Million Dollar Mexican Spaghetti is everything you love about taco night in a creamy, cheesy pasta recipe! Layers of velvety pasta, a rich, savory taco meat sauce, black beans, corn, tomatoes, peppers and “million dollar” melty cheesy center deliver loads of Tex Mex flavor in a baked spaghetti casserole your family will love! The make ahead method detailed in the post make it perfect for weeknights with leftovers to enjoy!

Ultimate Shortcut Mexican Cornbread

This easy shortcut recipe for Mexican Cornbread makes the ultimate 30 minute one dish casserole meal for any night of the week.  Whipped up using a cornbread mix & poured into a sizzling cast iron skillet, this cheesy dish is made with creamed corn, seasoned ground beef and spicy jalapeños baked right in!  

Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole

Creamy delicious goodness is what you get with this easy 35 minute recipe for Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole. Made with a simple homemade cheese sauce, sea shell pasta, tender albacore tuna and a crunchy panko topping, you’ll not find any canned cream soup in this updated version of a classic family favorite!

Rotel Chicken & Spaghetti

This easy 30 minute chicken & spaghetti recipe is loaded with creamy, cheesy goodness! Shredded chicken, Velveeta, sour cream, and Rotel tomatoes come together to make the perfect, simple family dish that everyone loves! Use a rotisserie chicken as an added shortcut!

Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Easy Green Chile Enchilada Casserole has layers of corn tortillas, creamy green chile chicken filling, and melted cheese goodness has loads of Tex Mex enchilada dinner flavor and makes enough for leftovers! Use a rotisserie chicken and put it together the night before to fit it in your busy schedule.

Tomato Alfredo Baked Ziti

Tomato Alfredo Baked Ziti is an easy family pasta dish that combines the bright, tomato-ey goodness of marinara with rich, cheesy alfredo sauce to create the creamiest, most delectable comfort food around!  It is the perfect make ahead dish. Just use the instructions in the post to make ahead and/or freeze.

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