20 Quick-Fix Comforting Casseroles

Chicken Casserole D'Iberville

Stock your freezer with this A+ chicken-and-rice casserole, and you have dinners ready to bake. For a family, divide mixture into three 8-inch square baking dishes. (To keep a big casserole on hand for potluck suppers, place the mixture in a 4-quart dish.) If you're short on baking dishes, use foil pans, which also allow for easy cleanup.

Recipes:
Chicken Casserole D'Iberville (use one 8-inch square casserole)
Tossed salad
Caramel-Apple Grahams

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Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole

You’ll be impressed by how fuss-free this supper really is. It’s perfect for busy moms like you. Hearty Onion-Topped Sausage ’n’ Mashed Potato Casserole is packed with a rich, meaty tomato sauce and refrigerated mashed potatoes and topped with crunchy, kid-approved fried onions.

Recipe: Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole

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Chicken and Cornbread Casserole

Pick up a deli-roasted chicken if you don't have 3 1/2 cups of chopped chicken on hand. It yields just enough meat for this recipe. Also plan to make Chicken and Cornbread Casserole just one day ahead because it doesn't freeze well.

Recipe: Chicken and Cornbread Casserole

Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Buttery cubes of sourdough rolls make a quick and crunchy topping for this speedy twist on chicken pot pie.

Recipe: Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Mexican Lasagna

We guarantee this zesty casserole will be your new weeknight staple. The recipe was originally designed to utilize leftover ground beef and sausage. It makes a lot, but refrigerates well and tastes wonderful reheated.

Recipe: Mexican Lasagna

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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Spiked with tomatoes and green chiles, creamy layers of chopped cooked chicken and corn tortillas make this Texas casserole too tempting to resist. It’s super-easy to fix for a crowd, and always a hit.

Recipe: King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Light King Ranch Casserole

If you think cutting calories means giving up the foods you love, think again. This top-rated makeover is every bit as creamy and satisfying as the full-fat original.

Recipe: Light King Ranch Casserole

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Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

Destined to become your kids' new favorite meal, this easy casserole recipe combines two classic family favorites: pepperoni pizza and spaghetti. Unbaked, the casserole can stay frozen for up to a month so prepare extra and save for a busy day.

Recipe: Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

Chicken Enchiladas

Faster than fast food and way more delicious, these cheesy enchiladas come together in a snap. A quick spritz of vegetable cooking spray adds extra crispness to flour tortillas as they bake.

Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas

Cajun Shrimp Casserole

We offer make-ahead and freezing instructions on this luscious Cajun Shrimp Casserole. Serve with spring mix lettuce drizzled with red wine vinaigrette.

Recipe: Cajun Shrimp Casserole

Chicken Cannelloni with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce

A creamy mix of chicken, spinach, and mozzarella turns manicotti shells into an impressively easy one-dish meal.

Recipe: Chicken Cannelloni with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Sauce

Tomato and Beef Casserole with Polenta Crust Recipe

Tomato 'n' Beef Casserole With Polenta Crust

Flavorful cornmeal-based crust is topped with hearty ground beef, tomato paste and sharp Cheddar cheese in this easy Italian casserole.

Recipe: Tomato 'n' Beef Casserole With Polenta Crust

Chicken Pot Pie

The convenience of refrigerated piecrust makes this deep-dish favorite easy enough for a weeknight. If you don’t have time to simmer a whole chicken, just substitute an equal amount of canned broth and the meat from a rotisserie chicken.

Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie

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Turkey Pot Pie With Cranberry-Pecan Crusts

Turkey Pot Pie With Cranberry-Pecan Crusts features turkey tenderloins, caramelized onions, and fresh spinach for the perfect sweet/savory combination. This recipe can be made-ahead and frozen.

Recipe: Turkey Pot Pie With Cranberry-Pecan Crusts

Sausage-and-Chicken Cassoulet

Spoon into the cornbread crust to find white beans, chicken, and sausage simmering in a mildly spicy sauce in our Sausage-and-Chicken Cassoulet. Add a side salad of romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, and French dressing.

Recipe: Sausage-and-Chicken Cassoulet

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Texas-Style Enchilada Casserole

Serve something with a little kick this season. This recipe will bring a welcome change from standard fare.

Recipe: Texas-Style Enchilada Casserole

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Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna

Substituting frozen ravioli for lasagna noodles brings this lasagna to the table in only 45 minutes. A spin on classic lasagna, this white sauce version features a savory combination of spinach, pesto and Alfredo sauce.

Recipe: Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna

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Turkey Tetrazzini

Rich and creamy Turkey Tetrazzini uses mushroom soup and a jar of Alfredo sauce to jump-start the recipe. Crushed seasoned croutons form a flavorful topping. This recipe can be made-ahead and frozen.

Recipe: Turkey Tetrazzini

Golden Macaroni and Cheese

Macaroni and Cheese is a must-have at any traditional Southern table. Try this 5-star version that has just 8 ingredients and is a snap to prepare.

Recipe: Golden Macaroni and Cheese

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Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake

Italian-inspired Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake is perfect for company. But it’s also speedy enough for weeknight meals.

Recipe: Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake