Food and Recipes Dish Casserole 9x13 Chicken Recipes You'll Make Again and Again By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South.She earned a B.A. in Journalism at the University of Georgia. She hopes to inspire your travel bucket list with her features on road trips through Texas Hill Country, bourbon tours in Kentucky, and the best beach getaways on the Gulf Coast. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on June 10, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Southern Living The best thing about a chicken casserole—other than its gloriously creamy and cheesy components—is the easy versatility and universal appeal that allows it to seamlessly blend into any family supper or neighborhood potluck. When it comes to your heavy-hitter chicken recipes, a skillet or small baking pan just doesn't cover it. That's when you know it's a job for the 9x13 casserole dish. From the ever-comforting chicken pot pie to the crowd-pleasing chicken spaghetti, these 9x13 chicken recipes deserve to be in the spotlight, if only because we know you'll be able to depend on them time after time. Make sure you get your casserole dish back from the potluck because you'll be asked to recreate these meals on repeat. It's hard to find recipes that are this quick to prepare, incredibly portable, make-ahead friendly, and satisfying for any occasion. So don't look any further for easy chicken casserole recipes to make as soon as you can pull out your 9x13. 01 of 29 Chicken-Spaghetti Casserole Hector Sanchez Recipe: Chicken-Spaghetti Casserole You won't go wrong with this Mama-approved chicken casserole that showcases some staple ingredients for a creamy crowd-pleaser. Chicken, butter, cheese, pasta, and a dash of hot sauce shine in this go-to casserole. 02 of 29 Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie Hector Manuel Sanchez Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie A golden, crispy crust makes this classic recipe a no-brainer for family dinner. It's packed full with vegetables (including hearty potatoes) and chicken to ensure a filling weeknight fix. 03 of 29 Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas Photographer: Will Dickey Prop Stylist: Missie Crawford Food Stylist: Erin Merhar Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas Like buffalo wings with a bit more curb appeal, consider this your winning dish for the tailgate. With hot sauce and three types of cheese, these enchiladas will make the most enticing cheese-pull when serving. 04 of 29 Classic Chicken Tetrazzini Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas Recipe: Classic Chicken Tetrazzini Look no further than this classic Chicken Tetrazzini for pure comfort food gold. Test Kitchen Tip: This recipe freezes beautifully. 05 of 29 Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Love buffalo chicken? Try this mac and cheese. Throw in a side salad and you've got a full meal. 06 of 29 Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake Iain Bagwell; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly Recipe: Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake This 13x9 casserole is loaded down with cheese-filled tortellini, a crunchy pecan topping, and fresh broccoli. This easy weeknight staple covers every base for a hearty meal. 07 of 29 Baked Ziti with Chicken Photographer: Will Dickey Prop Stylist: Missie Crawford Food Stylist: Erin Merhar Recipe: Baked Ziti with Chicken Rather than the usual beef or sausage route, this baked ziti is made easy thanks to rotisserie chicken and canned tomatoes. Rich and delicious, this reimagined classic dish will become a family favorite. 08 of 29 King Ranch Chicken Southern Living Recipe: King Ranch Chicken This 13x9 casserole has become one of our most beloved recipes for weeknight dinners and potlucks alike. The Mexican dish is packed to the brim with smoked chicken, sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, green chiles, and plenty of spices. 09 of 29 Chicken Pot Pie with Bacon-and-Cheddar Biscuits Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie with Bacon-and-Cheddar Biscuits We already know that there's nothing more comforting than a steamy, creamy chicken pot pie. This delicious version tops your 13x9 with savory bacon-cheddar biscuits to really take it to the next level. 10 of 29 Chicken Spaghetti Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer Recipe: Chicken Spaghetti A dish every Southerner should master. It's a whole meal that comes together in your 9x13 pan. 11 of 29 Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler Alison Miksch Recipe: Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler Our dreams came true when three of our favorite things came together to create this comforting 13x9 dish. The combination of chicken, biscuits, and cobbler can't be beat. 12 of 29 Pimiento Cheese Chicken-Broccoli Casserole Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Recipe: Pimiento Cheese Chicken-Broccoli Casserole If there are two things we can get behind, it's pimiento cheese and casserole. Throw them together? Match made in heaven. 13 of 29 Heavenly Chicken Lasagna Southern Living Recipe: Heavenly Chicken Lasagna While we love a traditional lasagna, this chicken lasagna recipe enjoys a generous rotation on our dinner table. Four cheeses melt into the dish with rich Alfredo sauce, sautéed onions, sliced mushrooms, chopped spinach, and chicken. 14 of 29 Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Southern Living Recipe: Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Eight ingredients and minimal prep means dinner is on the table in a flash. 15 of 29 Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole Becky Luigart-Stayner Recipe: Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole This almond-topped casserole lets you stray from your usual pasta bakes. With a wild rice base filled with chicken, water chestnuts, sour cream, and cheese, this casserole alternative will become a regular in your household. 16 of 29 Chicken-and-Green Chile Enchiladas Southern Living Recipe: Chicken-and-Green Chile Enchiladas Plenty of green chiles give this recipe its perfect zing. Traditional red enchilada sauce from the grocery store allows for a quick prep time! 17 of 29 Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole Hector Sanchez Recipe: Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole An elevated take on classic chicken and rice, the ham gravy in this dish adds a tasty new flavor profile. For this recipe, take your pick: cast-iron skillet or a 9x13 pan instead. 18 of 29 Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole Iain Bagwell Recipe: Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole Chicken, garlic, sage, rice, parsley, and parmesan will ensure everyone comes back for seconds. After cooking, we recommend letting this dish sit for a few minutes, allowing the rice to soak in the juices, before digging in. 19 of 29 Chicken Tetrazzini With Prosciutto and Peas Jennifer R. Davick Recipe: Chicken Tetrazzini With Prosciutto and Peas Save this one-dish dinner for a busy weeknight. Pour some cream of mushroom, Alfredo sauce, and chicken broth into a 9x13 pan with mushrooms, chicken, and a few other fixings for a delicious dinner with minimal effort. 20 of 29 Chicken Enchilada Casserole Hector Sanchez Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Casserole Green chiles, shredded chicken, and poblano peppers swim in a creamy mixture of cheeses, all bound together by some hearty tortillas. Try this recipe with shredded barbecue brisket or pulled pork too. 21 of 29 Chicken Enchiladas Alison Miksch; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas Low on time? Make an extra pan over the weekend and freeze. Pull it out to bake on a weeknight when you just can't get dinner on the table otherwise. 22 of 29 Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole Alison Miksch Recipe: Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole This casserole is unfussy and loaded with bacon. Nothing to complain about over here. 23 of 29 Crispy Onions and Parmesan Chicken-Broccoli Casserole Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Recipe: Crispy Onions and Parmesan Chicken-Broccoli Casserole Your standard chicken and broccoli bake gets a little upgrade thanks to a sprinkle of parmesan and some crunchy, crispy onions. We like to think of this dish as a beloved cousin to the classic green bean casserole. 24 of 29 Lightened-Up Chicken-Broccoli Casserole Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Recipe: Lightened-Up Chicken-Broccoli Casserole Want to lighten up your chicken and broccoli combo? Sub in brown rice and reduced-fat milk. You won't taste the difference. 25 of 29 Loaded Chicken-Potato Bake Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Loren Wood; Prop Styling: Christine Keely Recipe: Loaded Chicken-Potato Bake Tender, caramelized potatoes. Creole seasoning. Creamy yogurt marinade. Your family won't be able to get enough of this Loaded Chicken-Potato Bake. 26 of 29 Chicken Fajita Casserole Will Dickey; Prop Styling: Christina Daley; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners Recipe: Chicken Fajita Casserole Take a break from Taco Tuesday with this easy fajita casserole. It's loaded with bell peppers, chiles, and onions, plus chicken and two types of cheese. 27 of 29 Hot Chicken Salad Recipe: Hot Chicken Salad A baked rendition of classic Southern chicken salad, this recipe adds pimientos, mushrooms, water chestnuts, and potato chips to take it to the next level. Transform your favorite summer dish into a bubbling, hot chicken salad casserole. 28 of 29 Chicken Parmesan Casserole Photographer: Will Dickey Prop Stylist: Missie Crawford Food Stylist: Erin Merhar Recipe: Chicken Parmesan Casserole With a 9x13 pan, you'll be able to whip this up for a crowd. With lots of panko and mozzarella, this twist on a chicken parm is hearty, warm, and comforting. 29 of 29 Chicken-Tortilla Casserole Photography and Styling: Caitlin Bensel Recipe: Chicken-Tortilla Casserole The winter mainstay soup gets the casserole treatment. It's spicy, hearty, and warm—great for winter evenings. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit