9x13 Chicken Recipes You'll Make Again and Again
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. 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.
Chicken-Spaghetti Casserole
Recipe: Chicken-Spaghetti Casserole
You won't go wrong with this Mama-approved chicken casserole that showcases some staple ingredients—like chicken, butter, cheese, pasta, and a dash of hot sauce—for a creamy crowd-pleaser.
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Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie
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.
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Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
Consider this your winning dish for the tailgate.
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Classic Chicken Tetrazzini
Recipe: Classic Chicken Tetrazzini
Look no further than this classic Chicken Tetrazzini for pure comfort food gold. Test Kitchen Tip: This recipe freezes beautifully.
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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
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.
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Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake
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.
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Baked Ziti with Chicken
Recipe: Baked Ziti with Chicken
This classic dish is made easy thanks to rotisserie chicken and canned tomatoes.
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King Ranch Chicken
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.
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Chicken Pot Pie with Bacon-and-Cheddar Biscuits
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.
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Chicken Spaghetti
Recipe: Chicken Spaghetti
A dish every Southerner should master. It's a whole meal that comes together in your 9x13 pan.
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Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler
Recipe: Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler
Our dreams came true when three of our favorite things—chicken and biscuits and cobbler—came together to create this comforting 13x9 dish.
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Pimiento Cheese Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
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.
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Heavenly Chicken Lasagna
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.
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Chicken Enchiladas
Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas
Eight ingredients and minimal prep means dinner is on the table in a flash.
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Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole
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.
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Chicken-and-Green Chile Enchiladas
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!
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Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole
Recipe: Chicken-and-Wild Rice Skillet Casserole
If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, you can use a 9x13 pan instead.
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Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole
Recipe: Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole
Chicken, garlic, sage, rice, parsley, and Parmesan will ensure everyone comes back for seconds.
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Chicken Tetrazzini With Prosciutto and Peas
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.
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Chicken Enchilada Casserole
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.
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Chicken Enchiladas
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.
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Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole
Recipe: Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole
This casserole is unfussy and loaded with bacon. Nothing to complain about over here.
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Crispy Onions and Parmesan Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
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.
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Lightened-Up Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
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.
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Loaded Chicken-Potato Bake
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.
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Chicken Fajita Casserole
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.
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Hot Chicken Salad
Transform your favorite summer dish into a bubbling, hot chicken salad casserole.
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Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Recipe: Chicken Parmesan Casserole
With a 9x13 pan, you'll be able to whip this up for a crowd.
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Chicken-Tortilla Casserole
Recipe: Chicken-Tortilla Casserole
The winter mainstay soup gets the casserole treatment. It's spicy, hearty, and warm—great for winter evenings.