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41 Best Fall Casseroles for Pure Weeknight-Dinner Comfort

For best results, pair with a warm sweater and a hot cup of tea.

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Ian Palmer

When autumn rolls around each year and the weather cools, we find ourselves craving comfort food. We crave the kind of dishes that are bubbling with warmth and make you feel at home. This collection of our favorite fall casserole recipes does just that. Whether you’re preparing dinner for your family or a gathering, these recipes are the epitome of comfort!

1

Ground Chicken Noodle Casserole

ground chicken noodle casserole in a white rectangle baking dish with a portion scooped out on a white plate next to it
Ian Palmer

Want a veggie-packed meal that will still get the kids to clean their plates? There's nothing better than a warm, comforting, and cheesy casserole. It'll get everyone to the table faster than you can say "dinner's ready."

Get the recipe for Ground Chicken Noodle Casserole.

2

Tater Tot Casserole

tater tot casserole in a dish
Ian Palmer

Simple and delicious, this easy casserole is perfect for a school-night dinner with the kids (or just the kids-at-heart!).

Get the recipe for Tater Tot Casserole.

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3

Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas

weeknight tex mex chicken enchiladas in a white rectangle casserole dish with blue handles and topped with fresh cilantro
Ian Palmer

Chicken enchiladas are an easy way to use up extra or leftover chicken. Skipped the bottled sauce and make your own—just keep a can of chipotles in adobo in your pantry, and you should be able to make this any day of the week!

Get the recipe for Weeknight Tex-Mex Chicken Enchiladas.

4

Classic Chicken Pot Pie

classic chicken pot pie in a red enamel cast iron skillet
Becky Stayner

This is comfort food at its finest! Topped with a golden, flaky crust and oozing creamy chicken and veggies, a scoop of this this pot pie on a cold day is pure heaven.

Get the recipe for Classic Chicken Pot Pie.

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5

Lasagna Bolognese

lasagna bolognese in a white square baking dish with a red spatula lifting a portion out and another portion on a white plate next to it
Ian Palmer

This rich, delicious casserole is the ultimate cold-weather feast. The long-cooking bolognese sauce can be made a day or two in advance, and the rest of this recipe is largely hands-off. And trust us, this lasagna is well worth the effort, and the results can feed a crowd or keep your family in easy-to-reheat leftovers for days.

Get the recipe for Lasagna Bolognese.

6

30-Minute Tuna Noodle Casserole

tuna noodle casserole in a light cream colored rectangle baking dish with a spoon for serving
Ian Palmer

This comfort-food classic has it all: It's easy to make, uses mostly pantry ingredients (hello potato chip topping) and is so satisfying that you'll wish you made more!

Get the recipe for 30-Minute Tuna Noodle Casserole.

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7

Ritzy Ranch Mac ’n’ Cheese

ritzy ranch mac n cheese in a square white baking dish with red trim
Hector Sanchez

Regular mac 'n' cheese is already pretty good, but the right mix of cheese, plus a little powdered ranch mix and some Ritz crackers turns it into "how-did-you-make-this" great.

Get the recipe for Ritzy Ranch Mac ’n’ Cheese.

8

Cauliflower Mac 'n' Cheese

cauliflower mac and cheese in a white rectangle baking dish with some scooped into a white bowl with a spoon next to it
Brian Woodcock

Want to sneak some healthy veggies into your meal without protests from the kids? With this recipe, they'll clean their plate.

Get the recipe for Cauliflower Mac 'n' Cheese.

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9

Sausage and Cheese Lasagna

sausage and cheese lasagna in a cast iron skillet on a wooden cutting board
Hector Sanchez

Like the best casseroles, this comes together in just one skillet. And unlike most lasagna recipes, you can make this in under an hour!

Get the recipe for Sausage and Cheese Lasagna.

10

Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin

broccoli and cauliflower gratin in a white baking dish with a spoon for serving
Dana Gallagher

We think this Gruyère-based sauce could go on just about anything, especially broccoli and cauliflower. Don't forget to add a pinch of fresh nutmeg.

Get the recipe for Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin.

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11

Shrimp Chowder with Herb Drop Biscuits

shrimp chowder with herb drop biscuits in a white rectangle baking dish with a serving spoon
Brian Woodcock

Have guests coming in an hour? Thirty minutes at the stove, and you'll wow them with plump shrimp and herb-flecked biscuits.

Get the recipe for Shrimp Chowder with Herb Drop Biscuits.

12

Hasselback Potato Gratin

fall casserole recipes hasselback potato gratin in a metal rectangle baking pan
Brian Woodcock

Cheese, cheese, potato, and—oh yeah, some more cheese. This Hasselback potato gratin is packed with Parmesan and Gruyère, which makes it a must-have dish.

Get the recipe for Hasselback Potato Gratin.

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13

Brussels Sprouts Gratin

fall casserole recipes brussels sprouts gratin in a white rectangle baking pan
Brian Woodcock

Everyone will be enjoying their vegetables with this dish. It's filled with Gruyère cheese.

Get the recipe for Brussels Sprouts Gratin.

14

Green Bean Casserole with Fried Shallots

green bean casserole with fried shallots in an oval antique dish
Johnny Miller

The traditional mix of green beans, onions, and mushrooms is amped up with caramelized onions and a touch of Parmesan cheese.

Get the recipe for Green Bean Casserole with Fried Shallots.

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15

Potato and Manchego Casserole with Maple Bacon

potato and manchego casserole with maple bacon in a white oval baking dish on a green kitchen towel
Andrew Purcell

This hearty dish is delicious as is, but the recipe includes healthier swaps to lighten the calories—and your taste buds won't know the difference.

Get the recipe for Potato and Manchego Casserole with Maple Bacon.

16

Swiss Chard-and-Lamb Bake

swiss chard and lamb bake in a white square baking dish
Brian Woodcock

The flaky top to this bake, made from phyllo, offers a light layer to balance the heartier ingredients beneath it.

Get the recipe for Swiss Chard-and-Lamb Bake.

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17

French Onion Chicken Casserole

onion chicken casserole on a white plate
Charlie Gillette

Picture all the things you love about French onion soup—the rich, brothy onions, toasted bread, and cheese—but as a casserole.

Get the recipe for French Onion Chicken Casserole.

18

Sausage & Grits Lasagna

sausage  grits lasagna made in a rounded white casserole dish with fresh basil leaves on top
Brian Woodcock

Southerners won't be able to get enough of this dish. Stone-ground grits replace the noodles for a unique—and tasty—meal.

Get the recipe for Sausage & Grits Lasagna.

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19

Squash Casserole

fall casserole recipes squash casserole in a white baking dish with a spoon for serving
Brian Woodcock

This creamy casserole's crumbly topping is (surprisingly!) made from crushed butter crackers.

Get the recipe for Squash Casserole.

20

Green Bean and Barley Chicken Casserole

green bean and barley chicken casserole in a white oval baking dish with a wooden spoon for serving
Brian Woodcock

With creamy chicken and green beans topped with iconic cheese crackers, this dish is a nostalgic nod to Nanas everywhere.

Get the recipe for Green Bean and Barley Chicken Casserole.

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