29 Simple Winter Casserole Recipes

Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with these 29 simple winter casserole recipes. Find easy, frugal, and family-friendly one-pan meals to warm you up on cold nights this winter.

Winter chicken, pasta and ground beef casseroles

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There is nothing more comforting than a hearty casserole on a cold winter night. Whether it’s chicken casseroles, pasta bakes, or delicious ground beef casseroles, they are like a warm hug after a long day. 

And, although I love my quick and easy dinners that take 10 or 20 minutes, this time of year I crave cozy casseroles especially when it’s freezing outside. Lately, we’ve barely made it out of the single digits so staying in and enjoying a warm home-cooked meal right out of the oven is the perfect way to keep you toasty this winter.

So, if you are looking for a cozy weeknight dinner idea, these hearty winter casserole recipes are the perfect no-fuss meals to make on busy evenings. Grab your casserole dish and try one (or more) of these simple recipes for a delicious meal your whole family will love.

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29 Simple Winter Casserole Recipes

Winter Casseroles are the ultimate comfort food when the weather gets cold. Find everything from tuna noodle casserole to chicken, beef, and pasta casseroles.

Winter Casseroles with Chicken

Chicken casseroles are my go-to when I need something to make me feel all warm and cozy inside. Find classics like chicken rice casserole and chicken noodle casserole. As well, as a few new recipes to try such as chicken fajita casserole.

Chicken and rice in casserole dish

Chicken and Rice Casserole– Dinner at the Zoo

Chicken and rice casserole contains seasoned chicken pieces and creamy rice, all baked together to perfection!

Chicken Fajitas in white casserole dish

Mexican Chicken Fajita Casserole– Two Healthy Kitchens

This family-favorite Mexican Chicken Fajita Casserole has all the flavors of restaurant-style chicken fajitas, in a super-simple, cozy, and hearty baked dinner!

Chicken and hashbrown casserole in white baking dish

Cheesy Hashbrown Chicken Casserole- Simply Made Eats

This Cheesy Hash Brown Chicken Casserole Recipe makes the most simple and delicious dinner. It’s super filling and uses a Store-bought Rotisserie Chicken to save prep time. Ready to bake in just 15 minutes.

Chicken pot pie casserole on white and brown plate with spoon

Chicken Pot Pie Casserole– The Slow Roasted Italian

This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole recipe is a delightful blend of creamy, savory flavors packed with tender chicken and vegetables, topped with flaky biscuits. It’s a perfect dish for satisfying hearty appetites and bringing warmth to any meal.

Chicken stuffing casserole on pink scalloped plate

Chicken Stuffing Casserole- Love From the Oven

Chicken Stuffing Casserole is an easy family dinner recipe that is packed full of comfort food flavor. This delicious dish has a creamy & flavorful chicken filling that’s tucked under a crispy and buttery stuffing topping.

Chicken noodle casserole in white baking dish

Chicken Noodle Casserole– The Forked Spoon

This Simple Chicken Noodle Casserole, packed with tender rotisserie chicken, egg noodles, and vegetables in a creamy, hearty sauce, is an absolute delight. Crowned with a layer of buttery Ritz crackers and baked to a golden, bubbly perfection, it’s ideal for hectic weeknight meals, satisfying a large group, meal preparation, or savoring as delicious leftovers.

Chicken fajita casserole with avocados on the side on a white speckled plate

Chicken Fajita Casserole- The Clean Eating Couple

An easy Chicken Fajita Casserole Recipe that is made in one pan with only a few ingredients. A healthy, quick, and delicious dinner.

Chicken broccoli casserole on a white plate

Chicken and Broccoli Casserole- 365 Days of Baking and More

This Chicken and Broccoli Casserole has melted cheese, broccoli florets, and rice and uses a rotisserie chicken, making it a great dinner for a busy weeknight or when you don’t want to go to a lot of trouble preparing it.

Mexican chicken casserole on white plate

Mexican Chicken Casserole– A Cedar Spoon

Mexican Chicken Casserole is the perfect quick meal for your family! This casserole is made with shredded chicken, beans, rice, salsa, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese. It is baked to perfection in under 30 minutes and also makes great leftovers!

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Beef Winter Casseroles

Enjoy a hearty family-friendly dinner with these beef winter casserole recipes. They are the perfect comforting casserole for cold winter nights. Find recipes for delicious pizza, tacos, stuffed pepper casseroles, and more.

Baked ziti in white casserole pan

Classic Baked Ziti– Simply Five Ingredients

Savory meat sauce and perfect pasta combine to make a cheesy and delicious baked ziti casserole!

Tater Tot chili casserole in white oval casserole dish

Tater Tot Chili Casserole- Flavorful Eats

Thick & hearty chili topped with cheese and crispy tater tots makes this casserole the perfect warm and cozy dinner for winter!

Pizza tater tot casserole in glass baking dish

Meat Lover’s Tater Tot Pizza Casserole-Restless Chipotle

All your favorites in one easy dish! This cheesy meat lovers pizza Tater Tot casserole is a hit with everyone!

Ground beef and potato casserole in glass baking dish

Ground Beef, Potato, and Green Bean Casserole- Graceful Dame

This ground beef, potato, and green bean casserole is full of the savory, comforting flavors we all love but without any of those store-bought, canned cream soups. Serve it up as an all-in-one-pan, family-friendly weeknight dinner or for a satisfying, simple Sunday lunch!

Stuffed pepper casserole in white baking dish

Stuffed Pepper Casserole– Simply Stacie

Indulge in the best of both worlds with this delicious Stuffed Pepper Casserole. Packed with savory flavors, it combines the classic goodness of stuffed peppers in a fuss-free and easy-to-make casserole featuring hearty ground beef, melty cheese, and a medley of flavorful veggies.

Taco Casserole on white plate

Taco Casserole- Julie’s Eats and Treats

Taco Casserole brings the comforting taste of tacos into a delightful casserole, combining Reames Frozen Egg Noodles with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, corn, peppers, and cheese. This quick and easy dinner recipe is sure to be a family favorite with its blend of savory flavors.

Tortellini casserole in white round casserole dish with wooden spoon

Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole– Chew Out Loud

This Cheesy Tortellini Casserole is hard to beat, if you’re looking for a quick and easy yet scrumptious weeknight meal. 

Tater tot casserole in white baking dish

Tater Tot Hotdish– Bake with Jamie
This delicious and hearty tater tot hotdish is made with a from-scratch cream of mushroom soup and vegetables.
Cheesesteak casserole in black skillet
This Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is an incredibly delicious dinner recipe that’s super cheesy, healthy, and easy to make. Learn how to make a low-carb Philly cheesesteak casserole using simple ingredients and minimal prep.
Sloppy joe casserole in white baking dish
Sloppy Joe Casserole– Little Sunny Kitchen
Enjoy all the delicious flavors of sloppy joe in this easy sloppy joe casserole. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners this winter.
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More Easy Winter Casserole Recipes

Here are a few more family-favorite casserole recipes to try this winter. Simple and tasty recipes that include everything from tuna noodle casserole to loaded hash brown casserole.

Tuna noodle casserole on white plate

Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole– Street Smart Nutrition

 Make this homemade Tuna Noodle Casserole on a chilly night when you’re craving a nostalgic favorite! Canned tuna gets a major upgrade with a homemade sauce (no cream of mushroom soup needed) and tender egg noodles with plenty of veggies and melted cheese.

Turkey casserole in blue pot

This Healthy Turkey Tetrazzini recipe (with cream of mushroom soup) is old-fashioned comfort food that’s easy to make and great for using up leftover spaghetti noodles and/or leftover turkey!
Sausage and potato casserole in white baking dish

Italian Sausage and Potato Casserole- Homemade Hoopla

A creamy casserole made with potatoes, cheese, and savory Italian sausage, all cooked in a tasty white sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or feeding a crowd.

Butternut squash and potatoes in black pot

Warming butternut squash and sausage casserole, comforting and full of flavor. A nourishing, delicious meal ready in less than one hour.
Pizza casserole in black skillet

Pizza Pasta Casserole– A Southern Soul

Pizza Pasta Casserole, loaded with pepperoni and sausage, then topped with gooey cheese, is a new twist on pizza night.

Stuffed shells casserole on white dish

Cheesy Stuffed Shells Casserole- Knife and a Paddle

Cheesy Stuffed Shells Casserole is an Italian comfort food for any occasion. Filled with lots of cheesy goodness and loaded with flavor!

Spaghetti casserole in white oval baking dish

Spaghetti Casserole- Healthy Fitness Meals
This Spaghetti Casserole recipe is made with tender pasta tossed in a hearty vegetarian mushroom sauce, then topped with cheese and baked to golden brown perfection
Broccoli and rice casserole in white baking dish

Broccoli Rice Casserole-Chef Savvy

This Creamy Broccoli Rice Casserole is made with three types of cheese, tender broccoli, white rice, and topped with more melty cheese! Plus there is no canned soup in this recipe! This broccoli and rice casserole is great on its own as a main course or as a stellar side dish.

Mexican rice casserole on white plate

Mexican Green Chile Rice Casserole- Lemon Blossoms

This Rice Casserole is filled with corn, roasted green chiles, sour cream, cilantro, and cheese then baked until perfectly golden!

Hash brown casserole in black skillet

Loaded Hash Brown Casserole– Quiche My Grits

You’ll love this loaded hash brown casserole that tastes just like a loaded baked potato!
 
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