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  5. 36 Comforting Spring Casseroles You'll Get Super Excited To Cook

36 Comforting Spring Casseroles You'll Get Super Excited To Cook

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Assistant Editor and Writer for Southern Living
By Kaitlyn Yarborough Updated February 19, 2021
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Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole
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To us, a casserole is always in season, particularly when the weather is hitting that just-right sunny temperature and the fields are bursting with colorful spring vegetables. It gets us in the mood to put them all in a 13x9 dish, cover it something cheesy or creamy, and bake until it's golden and bubbly. Spring casserole season is upon us, and we've got all the crowd-pleasing recipes to help you take full advantage of it.

From make-ahead brunch bakes (oh hello, cinnamon roll casserole) to family-favorite dinner mains (we see you, chicken-bacon-ranch casserole), these comforting dishes are here to serve you all season long. Get your veggies in with a side dish casserole or, you know, don't. There are no rules here and plenty of one-dish pasta bakes worth making. Try these colorful and comforting spring casseroles and you'll be the household MVP—not that you weren't already.

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Creamy Spring Pasta Bake

Creamy Spring Pasta Bake
Credit: Hector Sanchez Styling: Heather Chadduck

Recipe: Creamy Spring Pasta Bake

If you're serving this brunch favorite early in the day, you can prepare it up to two days in advance and store it in the refrigerator until it's time to bake. 

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Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Chicken Parmesan Casserole
Credit: Photographer: Will Dickey Prop Stylist: Missie Crawford Food Stylist: Erin Merhar

Recipe: Chicken Parmesan Casserole

This lightened-up version of classic Chicken Parmesan still delivers plenty of flavor in every bite. 

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Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole

Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole
Credit: Alison Miksch

Recipe: Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole

Chicken, bacon, and ranch might as well be the holy trio that squashes all fights and satisfies every hangry complaint. This creamy casserole is an easy favorite. 

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Baked Buttermilk French Toast

Baked Buttermilk French Toast
Credit: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Baked Buttermilk French Toast

This is a breakfast casserole made for Saturday mornings if we've ever seen one. Top with maple syrup or powdered sugar for utter perfection. 

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Shrimp and Grits Casserole
Credit: Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Give this brunch-to-dinner classic a casserole makeover that you won't ever regret. 

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Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

This crowd-pleaser is filled with hash browns, sausage, and plenty of cheese. As in, totally made for a hungry family breakfast. 

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Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans

Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Maggie Ruggiero

Recipe: Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans

We indulge in this make-ahead breakfast casserole all week long. Dried cranberries, apple chunks, and pecans make it both filling and flavorful.

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole
Credit: Jennifer Causey

Recipe: Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Why do we love this blueberry-studded brunch recipe so much? It can made up to a night ahead and popped in the oven while the first pot of coffee brews away.   

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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Recipe: Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Lighter on carbs but just as full of flavor as a loaded potato casserole. 

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Eggs Benedict Casserole

Eggs Benedict Casserole
Credit: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke

Recipe: Eggs Benedict Casserole

Making Eggs Benedict in casserole form gives you the same flavor without the hassle of poaching eggs. 

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Cakey Strawberry Cobbler

Cakey Strawberry Cobbler
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Cakey Strawberry Cobbler

You'll forget all about those soupy cobbler recipes after trying this ultra-cakey strawberry looker. Serve warm and topped with vanilla ice cream.

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Pineapple Casserole

Pineapple Casserole
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Recipe: Pineapple Casserole

This Southern classic deserves a spot on your Easter table. 

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Zucchini Lasagna

Zucchini Lasagna
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Tina Stamos

Recipe: Zucchini Lasagna

Alternating layers of zucchini strips and lasagna noodles is a genius way to get your veggies in. Plus, the curb appeal doesn't hurt, either.

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Squash and Green Chile Casserole

Squash and Green Chile Casserole
Credit: Greg Dupree

Recipe: Squash and Green Chile Casserole

This classic Southern casserole gets a Southwestern twist from green chiles and tomatillos. It'll be a new side dish winner. 

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Buttermilk Spoon Bread

Buttermilk Spoon Bread
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Buttermilk Spoon Bread

Imagine a hybrid of cornbread and Thanksgiving dressing with a little soufflé mixed in. That's what you get with this savory spoon bread. 

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Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables
Credit: Alison Miksch

Recipe: Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

Loads of in-season squash and tomatoes takes everyday baked ziti to fun new horizons in time for spring and summer. 

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Zucchini Rice Gratin

Zucchini Rice Gratin
Credit: Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Zucchini Rice Gratin

Like a combination of old-school squash casserole and broccoli-and-rice casserole, this is soon to become a new staple in your spring menu lineup. 

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Gnocchi Gratin with Ham and Peas

Gnocchi Gratin with Ham and Peas
Credit: Photo: Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Gnocchi Gratin with Ham and Peas

That cheese pull should tell you everything. Ham and peas make it a hearty suppertime pick, and gnocchi feels different from your usual pasta. 

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Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Buffalo Chicken Casserole
Credit: Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Everyone's beloved party dip is now an option at dinnertime, too. Just add penne pasta in the mix, simple as that. 

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Savannah Red Rice

Savannah Red Rice
Credit: Photo: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Savannah Red Rice

This Lowcountry staple is soon to be one on your dinner table, too. It's basically a pilaf loaded with aromatic veggies, bacon, and tomatoes for color. 

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Easy Cauliflower Casserole

Easy Cauliflower Casserole
Credit: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer

Recipe: Easy Cauliflower Casserole

You might just hoodwink your kids with these cauliflower florets covered in melty, gooey cheese and buttery breadcrumbs. It's one of our fan-fave side dishes for spring. 

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Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler

Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler
Credit: Alison Miksch

Recipe: Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler

You read that right. Warm, creamy chicken mixture plus golden biscuit topping equals dinner cobbler perfection.

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Cheesy Broccoli-and-Rice Casserole

Cheesy Broccoli and Rice Casserole
Credit: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Cheesy Broccoli-and-Rice Casserole

Everyone needs a staple broccoli casserole in their recipe box. Meet your new hearty sidekick.

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Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
Credit: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole

This dish is basically all the good things from the farmers' market packed into one 13x9 baking dish.

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Cheesy Taco Casserole

Easy Taco Casserole
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Maggie Ruggiero

Recipe: Cheesy Taco Casserole

We hit the refresh button on taco night with this cheesy Mexican casserole with all the fixings. Serve with one of these creative margarita recipes.

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Baked Mac and Cheese with Bacon

Baked Mac and Cheese with Bacon
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Baked Mac and Cheese with Bacon

Macaroni and cheese can't get any better...wait, yes it can. Add bacon. Always add bacon. 

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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Chicken-Spaghetti Casserole
Credit: Hector Sanchez

Recipe: Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Change up spaghetti night with this cheesy chicken version that is guaranteed to become a new family favorite. 

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Savory Tomato Cobbler

Savory Tomato Cobbler
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Recipe: Savory Tomato Cobbler

Don't let berries get all the cobbler attention in the house. This savory cobbler recipe is made with tomatoes, basil, and cheese. 

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Ham and Noodle Casserole

Ham and Noodle Casserole
Credit: Jen Causey

Recipe: Ham and Noodle Casserole

This is the definition of a dinner casserole: hearty, crowd-pleasing, and packed with ham. That's the definition, right?

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Old-School Squash Casserole

Old School Squash Casserole
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Recipe: Old-School Squash Casserole

This one should be a given. If the sun is out, we're making squash casserole. It's not science; it's just true. 

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Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

Sneakily get all of your kale in for the week with this ultra-creamy and rich pasta casserole. It's leftover-worthy if we do say so ourselves. 

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Reunion Pea Casserole

Reunion Pea Casserole
Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Recipe: Reunion Pea Casserole

We like to call this vintage recipe a "Grandma-approved casserole." Why? Because the creamy ingredients are a little over-the-top, the cheese is layered on something fierce, and black-eyed peas are the star. 

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Zucchini-Potato Casserole

Zucchini-Potato Casserole
Credit: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Zucchini-Potato Casserole

This side dish is as pretty as it is delicious. Fresh zucchini, gold potatoes, and tomatoes are layered into a roasted masterpiece. 

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Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Cinnamon Roll Casserole
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Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Whenever you think you can't have the best of both worlds, just remember this heavenly mash-up of cinnamon rolls and French toast casserole exists.

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Hot Buttered Rum Bread Pudding

Hot Buttered Rum Bread Pudding
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Hot Buttered Rum Bread Pudding

Sometimes you're just in the mood for a super decadent, comforting dessert. That's when you turn to this buttery bread pudding made with rum and brown sugar. 

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Deep-Dish Berry Cobbler

Deep-Dish Berry Cobbler
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Deep-Dish Berry Cobbler

Thanks to refrigerated piecrust, you can have this three-berry cobbler ready to pop in the oven in a matter of minutes. 

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    4 of 36 Baked Buttermilk French Toast
    5 of 36 Shrimp and Grits Casserole
    6 of 36 Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
    7 of 36 Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans
    8 of 36 Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole
    9 of 36 Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
    10 of 36 Eggs Benedict Casserole
    11 of 36 Cakey Strawberry Cobbler
    12 of 36 Pineapple Casserole
    13 of 36 Zucchini Lasagna
    14 of 36 Squash and Green Chile Casserole
    15 of 36 Buttermilk Spoon Bread
    16 of 36 Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables
    17 of 36 Zucchini Rice Gratin
    18 of 36 Gnocchi Gratin with Ham and Peas
    19 of 36 Buffalo Chicken Casserole
    20 of 36 Savannah Red Rice
    21 of 36 Easy Cauliflower Casserole
    22 of 36 Chicken-and-Biscuit Cobbler
    23 of 36 Cheesy Broccoli-and-Rice Casserole
    24 of 36 Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
    25 of 36 Cheesy Taco Casserole
    26 of 36 Baked Mac and Cheese with Bacon
    27 of 36 Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
    28 of 36 Savory Tomato Cobbler
    29 of 36 Ham and Noodle Casserole
    30 of 36 Old-School Squash Casserole
    31 of 36 Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake
    32 of 36 Reunion Pea Casserole
    33 of 36 Zucchini-Potato Casserole
    34 of 36 Cinnamon Roll Casserole
    35 of 36 Hot Buttered Rum Bread Pudding
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