By: The Real Food DietitiansUpdated: 3/7/23
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There’s nothing more delicious than a warm casserole recipe. If you’re looking for an easy, well-rounded meal the whole family will enjoy, you don’t want to miss out on these 14 healthy casserole recipes! Featuring options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, these casseroles are full of flavor, made with real-food ingredients and great for meal prep.
Casserole Recipes for All Your Needs
Living in the Midwest, casserole recipes have always been staple dishes in our homes. Not only are they typically budget-friendly and easy to make, but they’re also filling, comforting, and great to prepare in advance for those times when you need a satisfying meal in a pinch. Combined in a single dish and baked in the oven, these healthy casserole recipes feature all the warm flavors you look for in a casserole with real-food ingredients you can feel good about.
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole
A classic and comforting casserole gets a health and flavor boost from the addition of veggies and a homemade cheese sauce. A family-friendly casserole that provides well-rounded nutrition, delicious leftovers, and reheats well.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Topped with no-fuss biscuits, our chicken pot pie casserole is an easy take on a classic main dish. Rich, creamy, and loaded with veggies and protein, it’s the perfect better-for-you comfort food to warm you up from the inside out.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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5-Ingredient Baked Ziti
This baked ziti is our go-to recipe when we need something that everyone is guaranteed to love. Easy to make, customizable, and super filling, it’s a nutritious take on classic comfort food for a family-friendly dinner you can feel good about.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Southwest Chicken Quinoa Casserole
When you want a hearty, family-friendly meal, look no further than this casserole recipe. Combined in one dish and made with just a handful of budget-friendly ingredients, it’s packed with warm, savory flavors and loads of nutrients. Add your favorite toppings, and watch it disappear right before your eyes!
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Casserole (Whole30)
Buffalo chicken redefined, this casserole is veggie-loaded and full of bold, tangy flavors. Serve it on its own for a filling dish. Or, pair it with all your favorite sides for a hearty meal full of nutrients, and don’t forget to add an extra drizzle of Ranch for good measure!
Whole30 | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Grain-Free | Dairy-Free | Paleo
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Chipotle Quinoa Casserole with Chicken
You’re going to want to run to your kitchen to round up the ingredients for this Tex-Mex-inspired recipe. Complete with warm spices, fresh veggies, and plenty of protein, it’s a great way to satisfy all the eaters in your home.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes with Ham and Broccoli Casserole
No need to peel, slice, or layer potatoes with this tasty casserole. Instead, we use frozen, shredded hash browns to make prep work quick and easy! Prepare it in advance for a comforting main course or show stopping side dish. We’ve even provided modifications to make it gluten-free, dairy-free, or even more veggie-loaded to suit your needs.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Healthy Taco Casserole
You’ll want every night of the week to be ‘Taco Tuesday’ with this healthy taco casserole recipe. We took everyone’s favorite handheld food and turned it into a simple, budget-friendly hot dish (that’s Midwestern lingo for casserole). Trust us when we say you’ll want to make extra to enjoy throughout the week!
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Pepperoni Pizza Quinoa Casserole
Skip the takeout, and whip up this pepperoni pizza casserole instead. It tastes just like the real deal but is loaded with veggies, too. Cheesy and delicious, it makes enough to feed a crowd and is one meal kids of all ages will happily sink their forks into.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Sausage Hash Brown Egg Bake
We love to prepare this egg bake the night before, and bake it in the oven for a quick meal the next day. Complete with the perfect combination of sausage, hash browns, peppers, and cheese, it’s great for breakfast, brunch, or dinner and will have your guests coming back for seconds and thirds.
Whole30 | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Grain-Free | Dairy-Free | Paleo
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Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Just like the tuna noodle casserole you grew up eating but made with better ingredients, this healthful meal is comfort food you can feel good about. Quick to prepare, it’s a lifesaver on busy weeknights and makes for satisfying leftovers the next day.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Dairy-Free
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Western-Style Breakfast Casserole
Whether you’re in need of a make-ahead breakfast or a family-friendly dinner, this is the casserole for you. Ready in under an hour, it’s made with less than 10 ingredients and is ultra fluffy. Crowd-pleasing and delicious, it’s fancy enough for holiday brunches yet simple enough for weeknight dinners everyone will love.
Gluten-Free | Nut-Free
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Broccoli Cauliflower Cheddar Chicken Casserole
Here’s a high-protein, nutritious dinner that comes together with simple ingredients. Ideal for a family-friendly weeknight meal, it’s warm, cheesy, and so easy to make.
Egg-Free | Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Grain-Free
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Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole
This healthy casserole recipe puts everyone’s favorite kitchen tool to good use! A fan-favorite, this slow cooker french toast is a “set-it-and-forget-it” recipe that’s great for breakfast or brinner (breakfast for dinner). The only hard part is waiting for it to finish cooking.
Gluten-Free | Nut-Free | Vegetarian
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Our Favorite Baking Dish Set
These are our whole team’s go-to dishes for all things casseroles, baked oatmeals, cakes, desserts, and more! The two-piece Staub set gives you plenty of options to create a filling meal that comes together and cleans up with ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ingredients must casseroles include?
The great thing about healthy casserole recipes is that there’s really no right or wrong way to make them. However, in general, most recipes contain three main components: a protein, a vegetable, and a binding agent like flour or sauce.
Is it better to bake healthy casserole recipes covered or uncovered?
It depends on the casserole and the texture you’re looking to achieve. For instance, baking a casserole covered helps it cook evenly and prevents it from drying out. On the other hand, baking a casserole uncovered helps create a crisp, brown exterior. Don’t worry, though! We provide specific instructions for every recipe.
Do you cook vegetables before putting them in casseroles?
Most vegetables should be blanched or partially cooked before being added to healthy casserole recipes.
How to Store Casseroles
All healthy crockpot recipes will store slightly differently. We give specific instructions for each. So, be sure to check the recipe card to guarantee your leftovers stay fresh. However, in general, leftovers can be covered with foil or transferred to an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator. Or, for longer-lasting options, many casseroles can be stored in the freezer as well.
Our Favorite Glass Storage Containers
Keep leftovers in these easy-to-use airtight glass containers for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
How to Reheat Casseroles
To enjoy leftovers from frozen, let the casserole thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, warm it in the microwave, on the stovetop, or in a toaster oven. Or, cover the casserole dish with foil, and pop it back in the oven at 350º F until the casserole is heated through, which usually takes about 20 minutes. For some recipes, you may need to add an extra splash of moisture from the addition of a few tablespoons of milk, water, or broth to freshen it back up. Just stir it in as you’re reheating.
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Diane Jantz saysThis was really helpful. I have ham left over and was looking for a receipe for sauce? Ham, potatoes and 🥦 broccoli. Eat holds it together? Thank you. 🎃🍂☘️💚
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