Check out these simple, budget-friendly, and delicious 15 Casserole dinner recipes perfect for any day of the week with your family. From hearty meat and vegetable combinations to creamy pasta bakes, these recipes offer a variety of flavors and textures everyone will enjoy.
Whether it's a cozy weeknight dinner or a gathering with loved ones, these casseroles will become go-to favorites in your kitchen.
Greek Lamb Moussaka

Greek Moussaka (or Musaka) is an authentic Greek casserole dish made with layers of aubergines and/or potatoes, tomatoey meat sauce, and silky béchamel.
The extra cheese and breadcrumb topping give this succulent dish a golden crunchy texture.
This is not a "quick " dish but it is easy with step-by-step instructions and pictures below and the result is worth the effort and time.
To learn more: Greek Moussaka (Musaka)
Guvec - Turkish Lamb and Vegetable Casserole
Kuzu Guvec is a Turkish Lamb Casserole dish made with lamb and vegetables slowly cooked in an earthenware pot.
Same as Baked Prawns (Karides Guvec), this authentic dish has rich, earthy, and smoky aromas, and is low in calories, nutritious and gluten-free.
To learn more: Guvec (Turkish lamb Casserole)
Cauliflower Cheese
If you are looking for a simple, quick yet extremely delicious side dish for your Sunday roast, Easter lunch, or Thanksgiving table, this Baked Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole (or Cauliflower Cheese) recipe is perfect for you.
To learn more: Baked Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
Cheesy Prawn Casserole
Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec) is a delicious Turkish casserole dish usually served as an appetizer or a hot meze in seafood restaurants.
It is made of fresh plump prawns cooked in a garlicky tomato & mushroom sauce and then topped with cheese.
To learn more: Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec)
Dauphinoise Potatoes
Dauphinoise Potatoes, also referred to as Potatoes au Gratin, are a classic French casserole dish consisting of thinly sliced potatoes cooked in cream and topped with nutty Gruyère cheese.
They are luxuriously rich, wonderfully tender, and incredibly delicious.
To learn more: Potatoes au Gratin - Dauphinoise Potatoes
Green Bean Casserole
This timeless classic American side dish, 'Green Bean Casserole,' is often served during the holidays, especially Thanksgiving.
We give it a fresh and vibrant twist by replacing canned beans with fresh garden beans and topping it with cheese for an added layer of indulgence.
To learn more: Green Bean Casserole with Fresh Green Beans
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Soft flour tortillas filled with flavorful chicken and shredded cheese then topped with a velvety white sauce made with flour, butter, chicken broth, sour cream, and jalapeños to create a perfect balance of authentic flavors.
Ready in just 45 minutes, this White Chicken Enchilada casserole is perfect for an easy and quick weeknight meal that the whole family will love!
To learn more: Creamy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe with White Sauce
Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
These simple and deliciously Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs are tender and moist on the inside and crispy on the outside.
They are so much tastier and less expensive than boneless chicken breasts and are extremely easy to cook.
To learn more: Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Tave Kosi - Albanian Lamb Casserole
Tavë Kosi (Elbasan Tava in Turkish) is a simple Albanian dish consisting of lamb, eggs, and yogurt seasoned with a generous amount of garlic and thyme.
This delicious and comforting casserole dish is dating back to the 15th century and originates from the town called "Elbasani".
To learn more: Tave Kosi - Elbasan Tava
Homemade Lasagna
This Homemade Lasagna Recipe doesn't require any ricotta or cottage cheese.
It is made with layers of tomatoey meat sauce, precooked lasagna sheets, and béchamel sauce topped with a mixture of cheddar, parmesan, and mozzarella cheese.
It is the perfect casserole dish to gather your family or friends around the dinner table.
To learn more: Best Lasagna Recipe Without Ricotta Cheese
Cottage Pie
This delicious Cottage Pie is classic British comfort food made with a rich meaty sauce topped with creamy and cheesy mashed potatoes.
It is very easy to cook and also very affordable.
Whether you’re planning a big feast for St. Patrick’s Day, or just looking for some comforting meal prep for the week ahead, this traditional Cottage Pie recipe is perfect for you.
To learn more: Easy Cottage Pie
Palestinian Sumac Chicken
Musakhan - Palestinian Sumac Chicken is a traditional Middle Eastern dish made with marinated chicken legs served over a flatbread with caramelized red onions, sumac, and pine nuts.
This chicken casserole dish is also extremely easy to make using everyday ingredients that you may already have in your fridge or pantry.
To learn more: Musakhan - Palestinian Sumac Chicken
Greek Roasted Vegetables
Briam is a hearty Greek casserole dish featuring roasted vegetables cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and seasoned with simple Mediterranean flavors.
This delicious dish is typically served as a main course, often paired with feta cheese, olives, and crusty bread. Simply delicious!
To learn more: Briam - Greek Roasted Vegetables
Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese
Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese (Baked) is rich and delicious comfort food made with the most incredible cheese sauce and perfectly cooked macaroni pasta.
This hearty pasta casserole dish is loaded with 3 different kinds of cheese and topped with crispy bacon bites for extra crunch.
To learn more: Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese (Baked)
Fish Pie
This Easy Fish Pie Recipe With Leeks is perfect for you if you love fish and you are a big fan of a Cottage Pie or any other pot pie.
It is the ultimate British comfort food made with chunky pieces of fish, leeks, peas, and aromatic fresh herbs in a creamy white sauce, topped with fluffy and cheesy mashed potatoes.
To learn more: Easy Fish Pie with Leeks
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