Food and Recipes Slow Cooker Recipes Comforting Casseroles You Can Make In Your Slow Cooker If you think casseroles are just for the oven, think again. By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on November 14, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Greg Dupree If you think casseroles are just for the oven, think again. These easy casserole recipes come together in your trusty slow cooker. There's something about these one-dish wonders we can't get enough of, from weeknight dinners to holiday side dishes and weekend breakfasts. There's a slow-cooker casserole for every occasion on this list. When casseroles come in slow-cooker form, you can officially count us in.Whether you've got other food you need to cook in the oven or want a more hands-off approach to dinner, these slow-cooker casseroles are here to save mealtime. 01 of 12 Spaghetti Casserole Jennifer Davick Reimagine a childhood favorite with a slow cooker spin. We topped it with a combination of Cheddar and Parmesan cheese. This casserole makes it easy to have leftovers all week long. 02 of 12 Uncle Jack's Mac-and-Cheese Hector M Sanchez We can't get enough mac and cheese, and this slow-cooker recipe makes it easier than ever. Plus, it serves a crowd. It's great to make as a side dish or as the main meal. 03 of 12 Squash and Green Chile Casserole Greg Dupree Green chiles and tomatillos add a unique yet welcome flavor to squash casserole. The squash adds some welcome color to the dish while also adding a touch of seasonality. To preserve the fresh herb flavoring, wait until you remove the dish from the slow cooker to add them on top. 04 of 12 Easy Enchilada Bake Hector Manuel Sanchez Enchilada sauce, jarred peppers, salsa, and corn muffin mix are just a few of the convenient ingredients that make this recipe a snap to pull together. Top these enchiladas with cilantro, cherry tomatoes, sour cream, avocado, or scallions. Cook on LOW, but don't overcook this dish either. 05 of 12 Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole Victor Protasio Sweet potato casserole for breakfast. How good does that sound? Sweet potatoes and savory breakfast sausage are quite the match. 06 of 12 Slow-Cooker Green Bean Casserole Beth Dreiling Hontzas Everyone's favorite Thanksgiving side (okay, maybe aside from the dressing) gets a weeknight makeover thanks to a bit of help from the trusty slow cooker. Green bean casserole is a Southern classic, and making it in the slow cooker makes it even better. It's creamy, comforting, and fresh. 07 of 12 Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole Jennifer Davick Don't let its name fool you. This breakfast casserole is more than just a morning entrée. It features a base of onion bell peppers, eggs, and (surprisingly) pita chips. 08 of 12 King Ranch Chicken Southern Living King Ranch Chicken casserole is a Southern classic. We love the convenience of this slow-cooker version made easy with cans of cream of mushroom and chicken soup. It's as easy as stirring, layering tortillas, and repeating. 09 of 12 Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole Southern Living Give the oven a break when it comes to the sweet potato casserole. Just make sure to reserve the marshmallows until the last 15 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped pecans for an extra crunchy texture. 10 of 12 Chicken-and-Spinach Lasagna Chicken and Spinach Lasagna. Getty Images The secret to our slow-cooker Chicken-and-Spinach Lasagna is a jar of refrigerated Alfredo. It cuts prep time in half and delivers a rich flavor that tastes like it took all day to prepare. Top with fresh basil just before serving. 11 of 12 Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole Jennifer Davick This casserole starts with a layer of sausage, peppers, onions, and garlic. Then pour a frothy mix of milk, eggs, basil, and parsley over the sausage mixture before its topped with a layer of shredded cheese. Make this breakfast casserole the next time you have guests and need to feed a crowd. 12 of 12 Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding Southern Living Don't let the name fool you—our Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Pudding makes for one crowd-pleasing dinner. Leave enough time for cooking as the breakfast bread pudding can take up to three hours to prepare. Use Dijon mustard for an added zing. If you love these slow-cooker casserole dishes, try these slow-cooker desserts for a quick and delicious sweet treat. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit