Crowd-pleasing Casseroles Perfect for Church Potlucks

By Mary Shannon Wells
August 17, 2017
Greg DuPree
Potlucks have made their way to holiday gatherings and churches everywhere. A church potluck in the South is sure to be a big event filled with delicious homemade dishes, and we’d be lying if we said there’s not a bit of competition involved. The best way to guarantee that your dish will be a crowd-pleaser is by making one of these potluck casserole recipes. Casseroles are the perfect potluck idea because they’re portable and easy to freeze if you have leftovers, which we'll admit, is rare. These church potluck recipes include casseroles with a Tex-Mex flair, brunch casseroles for early potlucks, vegetarian casseroles, and of course, some of our old-school favorites like squash casserole and pineapple casserole. These easy-to-make and easy-to-take potluck casseroles will be enjoyed by church members of all ages, and you’ll be asked to make them again and again.
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Classic Sweet Potato Casserole

Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Classic Sweet Potato Casserole

Video: Classic Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet potato casserole is a fall potluck essential.

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Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole

Alison Miksch

Recipe: Cheesy Sausage and Croissant Casserole

If your potluck is after the early church service, church-goers who aren’t quite ready for lunch food will love this delicious brunch dish.

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Savory Sweet Potato Bread Pudding

Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Savory Sweet Potato Bread Pudding

This savory bread pudding has tons of flavor and texture from ingredients like French bread that's been baked in a rich Parmesan custard.

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Pizza Casserole Deluxe

Greg DuPree

Recipe: Pizza Casserole Deluxe

Sorry other moms! Your pizza dish will be the kids’ favorite at the potluck.

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Slow-Cooker Green Bean Casserole

Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Slow-Cooker Green Bean Casserole

Video: Slow-Cooker Green Bean Casserole

This classic holiday casserole will be as much of a success at the potluck as it was last Thanksgiving.

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Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Zucchini, Squash and Corn Casserole

Video: Zucchini, Squash and Corn Casserole

This casserole is the perfect way to use that fresh summer produce before it’s gone.

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Jennifer Causey

Recipe: Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

For a potluck that’s on the earlier side, this sweet make-ahead breakfast dish is a unique take on breakfast casserole.

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Chipotle Bacon Mac and Cheese

Southern Living

Recipe: Chipotle-Bacon Mac and Cheese

Video: Chipotle-Bacon Mac and Cheese

How do you make homemade mac and cheese better? Add bacon.

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Chicken and Cornbread Casserole

Ralph Anderson

Recipe: Chicken and Cornbread Casserole

This chicken and cornbread casserole is perfect for a November potluck when everyone is craving Thanksgiving dinner.

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Pineapple Casserole

Southern Living

Recipe: Pineapple Casserole

Video: Pineapple Casserole

This six-ingredient recipe is a Southern classic that should be at every potluck.

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Turkey Tetrazzini

Tina Cornett

Recipe: Turkey Tetrazzini Casserole

Turkey tetrazzini casserole is a great way to use leftover Thanksgiving turkey.

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Old School Squash Casserole

Greg DuPree

Recipe: Old-School Squash Casserole

If you’re from the South, you need to know how to make a squash casserole for any potluck or holiday event—you just do.

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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Southern Living

Recipe: King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Video: King Ranch Chicken Casserole

This cheesy, spicy and oh-so-good Tex Mex dish will be a hit. You can also try the lighter version of this casserole if it’s too heavy for your taste.

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Creamy Ham Casserole

Southern Living

Recipe: Creamy Ham Casserole

If you’re sick of chicken casseroles, try this creamy ham casserole, which will go from brunch to lunch.

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Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Recipe: Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole

Of all the chicken casseroles, this tried-and-true recipe is a forever favorite.

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Shrimp Casserole

Beth Dreiling

Recipe: Shrimp Casserole

Satisfy the seafood lovers at your potluck with this shrimp casserole, but be sure it’s labeled for attendees with shellfish allergies. If you love spice, try our Cajun shrimp casserole instead.

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Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Southern Living

Recipe: Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Video: Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Somebody has to bring a potato dish, so bring this cheesy potato casserole instead of the expected potato salad or mashed potatoes.

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Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole

Jennifer Davick

Recipe: Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole

This easy slow-cooker recipe is perfect for a brunch potluck. Our test kitchen professionals suggest garnishing each serving with shredded fresh basil and halved grape tomatoes.

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Deb Wise's Tamale Pie Mix-up

Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Deb Wise’s Tamale Pie Mix-up

Video: Deb Wise’s Tamale Pie Mix-up

This cheesy, comforting Tex-Mex casserole will be gone before you can blink.

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Ultimate Chili Casserole

Charles Walton

Recipe: Ultimate Chili Casserole

Warm up at the winter potluck with this chili casserole that’s less messy than the soup version.

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