Food and Recipes Dish Casserole 50 Comforting Casseroles You'll Be Super Excited To Cook This Spring By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on February 15, 2024 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez To us, a casserole is always in season, particularly when the weather is hitting that just-right sunny temperature and the fields are bursting with colorful spring vegetables. It gets us in the mood to put them all in a 13x9 dish, cover it with something cheesy or creamy, and bake until it's golden and bubbly. Spring casserole season is upon us, and we've got all the crowd-pleasing recipes to help you take full advantage of it. From sweet make-ahead brunch bakes (oh hello, Cinnamon Roll Casserole) to family-favorite dinner mains (we see you, Chicken-Bacon-Ranch Casserole), these comforting dishes are here to serve you all season long. Get your veggies in with a side dish casserole or, you know, don't. There are no rules here and plenty of one-dish pasta bakes worth making. Try these colorful and comforting spring casseroles and you'll be the household MVP—not that you weren't already. 01 of 50 Chicken-And-Biscuit Casserole Dress up the familiar combo of carrots, peas, and chicken with a creamy sauce and a layer of cheesy drop biscuits on top. Get The Recipe 02 of 50 Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos Delicious for brunch or breakfast-for-dinner, this easy casserole makes makes serving huevos rancheros a breeze because you don't have to plate everything individually. Get The Recipe 03 of 50 Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke The Kentucky Derby is in May, after all! So why not celebrate with the city's most iconic dish served up in a bubbling casserole? Get The Recipe 04 of 50 Chicken-And-Rice Bake With Broccolini Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely While this casserole can be made with regular broccoli, we like the sweeter, less pungent flavor of broccolini paired with chicken, rice, sweet onions, and fontina cheese. Get The Recipe 05 of 50 Chicken Alfredo Lasagna Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey Red sauce is nice, but sometimes a white sauce, like in this lasagna recipe, feels a little lighter for the spring. Get The Recipe 06 of 50 Tuna Noodle Casserole Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This classic casserole is a great option when you're looking for a meal that's simple, indulgent, and satisfying that also happens to be meatless. Get The Recipe 07 of 50 Caramelized Onion, Spinach, And Pork Strata Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Serve this scrumptious recipe any time of day. Your whole crew will be more than happy to chow down on this savory casserole for their first meal of the day or the last. 08 of 50 Cheesy Ham, Corn, And Grits Bake Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunnigham We love a casserole that can work for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, like this cheesy, ham-studded grits bake. Get The Recipe 09 of 50 Gnocchi Gratin With Ham and Peas Photo: Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen; Food Styling: Torie Cox That cheese pull should tell you everything. Ham and peas make it a hearty suppertime pick, and gnocchi feels different from your usual pasta. Get The Recipe 10 of 50 Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall This is a breakfast casserole made for Saturday mornings if we've ever seen one. Top with maple syrup or powdered sugar for utter perfection. Get The Recipe 11 of 50 French Onion Soup Casserole Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Torie Cox Inspired by a classic, comforting soup, our casserole version is stuffed full of sweet onions. Vidalia, Georgia's signature onions come into season in late April, so be sure to stock up to make this casserole for the rest of the season. Get The Recipe 12 of 50 Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake Don't let the simple name of this recipe fool you—this casserole is surprisingly complex. Yes, there's chicken and broccoli in there, plus tortellini, pecans, bell peppers, cheese, and a crunchy cracker topping. Get The Recipe 13 of 50 Creamy Kale And Pasta Bake Hector Manuel Sanchez Sneakily get all of your kale in for the week with this ultra-creamy and rich pasta casserole. It's leftover-worthy if we do say so ourselves. Get The Recipe 14 of 50 Corn Pudding Casserole Courtney West As soon as sweet corn is in season, use it to make this tender, custardy casserole. All you need is a simple salad and crusty bread and you've got a delicious meatless meal. https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/corn-pudding-casserole 15 of 50 Ham-And-Vegetable Cobbler Iain Bagwell Give your chicken pot pie recipe a break and give Ham-And-Vegetable Cobbler a go. Throw in the last of winter's frozen veggies from the freezer and you'll be well on your way to an incredibly tasty casserole. Get The Recipe 16 of 50 Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole Alison Miksch Chicken, bacon, and ranch might as well be the holy trio that squashes all fights and satisfies every hangry complaint. This creamy casserole is an easy favorite. Get The Recipe 17 of 50 Shrimp And Grits Casserole Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos Give this brunch-to-dinner classic a casserole makeover that you won't ever regret. It's sure to be a favorite at any spring function, from a church potluck to weeknight supper. Get The Recipe 18 of 50 Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole Jennifer Causey Why do we love this blueberry-studded brunch recipe so much? It can made up to a night ahead and popped in the oven while the first pot of coffee brews away. Get The Recipe 19 of 50 Chicken-And-Rice Casserole Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox This stir-together casserole delivers all the richness and comfort you crave but with plenty of vegetables and no canned soups. Get The Recipe 20 of 50 Ham And Noodle Casserole Jen Causey This is the definition of a dinner casserole: hearty, crowd-pleasing, and packed with ham. That's the definition, right? Get The Recipe 21 of 50 Creamy Turkey Pasta Bake Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Micah Morton, Prop Stylist: Kathleen Varner You can use cooked turkey or chicken to make this creamy and comforting baked pasta dish with turkey, mushrooms, and greens. Get The Recipe 22 of 50 Turkey-Noodle-Poppy Seed Casserole Recipe Hector Manuel Sanchez Poppy seeds add a pleasant hit of texture to this casserole of turkey, egg noodles, and vegetables in a creamy sauce. No turkey? Chicken works just as well. Get The Recipe 23 of 50 Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos This crowd-pleaser is filled with hash browns, sausage, and plenty of cheese. As in, totally made for a hungry family breakfast. Get The Recipe 24 of 50 Eggs Benedict Casserole Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Making eggs Benedict in casserole form gives you the same flavor without the hassle of poaching eggs. It's an elegant casserole that's easy enough for any old morning but impressive to serve for guests on a special occasion. Get The Recipe 25 of 50 Blackberry Farm's Carrot Soufflé Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Thanks to this recipe from one of our favorite farm resorts, savory soufflé is easier than ever. You're probably familiar with soufflé as a dessert, but this veggie-forward one can't be beat. Get The Recipe 26 of 50 Loaded Chicken-Potato Bake Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Loren Wood; Prop Styling: Christine Keely Enjoy all the comforting flavors of a loaded baked potato (topped with chicken and flavored with Creole seasoning) in convenient casserole form. Get The Recipe 27 of 50 Million Dollar Chicken Casserole Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer Okay, this is a dish we'd serve any time of the year, but the thyme and parsley in this recipe give this creamy chicken casserole a hint of spring flavor Get The Recipe 28 of 50 Pineapple Casserole Southern Living This Southern classic deserves a spot on your Easter table. Honestly, we think that this casserole belongs on your regular dinner table too. Get The Recipe 29 of 50 Zucchini Lasagna Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Tina Stamos Alternating layers of zucchini strips and lasagna noodles is a genius way to get your veggies in. Plus, the curb appeal doesn't hurt, either. Get The Recipe 30 of 50 Squash And Green Chile Casserole Greg Dupree This classic Southern casserole gets a Southwestern twist from green chiles and tomatillos. It'll be a new side dish winner. Get The Recipe 31 of 50 Buttermilk Spoon Bread Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Imagine a hybrid of cornbread and Thanksgiving dressing with a little soufflé mixed in. That's what you get with this savory spoon bread. Get The Recipe 32 of 50 Chicken-And-Biscuit Cobbler Alison Miksch You read that right. Warm, creamy chicken mixture plus golden biscuit topping equals dinner cobbler perfection. Get The Recipe 33 of 50 Cinnamon Roll Casserole Antonis Achilleos Whenever you think you can't have the best of both worlds, just remember this heavenly mash-up of cinnamon rolls and french toast casserole exists. Get The Recipe 34 of 50 Fresh Vegetable Lasagna Photo: Jennifer Davick Keep this recipe in your repertoire for when you come home from the farmers' market and can't wait another moment to show off your haul. Our veggie lasagna is jam-packed with zucchini, mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion. Get The Recipe 35 of 50 Easy Cauliflower Casserole Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer You might just hoodwink your kids with these cauliflower florets covered in melty, gooey cheese and buttery breadcrumbs. It's one of our readers' favorite side dishes for spring. Get The Recipe 36 of 50 BLT Pain Perdu Casserole Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Enjoy the goodness of a BLT sandwich but in a make-and-take, crowd-friendly form. Get The Recipe 37 of 50 Macaroni Corn Casserole Will Dickey; Prop Styling: Christina Daley; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners Add sweetness and a little texture to your usual mac and cheese with this corn-filled version. Get The Recipe 38 of 50 Baked Mac And Cheese With Bacon Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Macaroni and cheese can't get any better unless you take it up a notch with the smoky, savory goodness of bacon. Get The Recipe 39 of 50 Chicken Parmesan Casserole Photographer: Will Dickey Prop Stylist: Missie Crawford Food Stylist: Erin Merhar This lightened-up version of classic Chicken Parmesan still delivers plenty of flavor in every bite. It's the perfect comfort meal that's not too heavy for a hot day. Get The Recipe 40 of 50 Smoky Sausage-And-Grits Casserole Alison Miksch On a dewy spring morning, wake up your family with this delightful breakfast casserole. It's so good, it just might bring some sunshine to a rainy day. Get The Recipe 41 of 50 Buffalo Chicken Casserole Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Everyone's beloved party dip is now an option at dinnertime, too. Just add penne pasta in the mix, simple as that. Get The Recipe 42 of 50 Cheesy Broccoli-And-Rice Casserole Hector Sanchez Everyone needs a staple broccoli casserole in their recipe box. Meet your new hearty sidekick. Get The Recipe 43 of 50 Old-School Squash Casserole Greg DuPree This one should be a given. If the sun is out, we're making squash casserole. It's not science; it's just true. Get The Recipe 44 of 50 Baked Oatmeal With Apple, Cranberries, And Pecans Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Maggie Ruggiero We indulge in this make-ahead breakfast casserole all week long. Dried cranberries, apple chunks, and pecans make it both filling and flavorful. Get The Recipe 45 of 50 Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas Lighter on carbs but just as full of flavor as a loaded potato casserole, this cauliflower casserole is sure to become a favorite in your household. Add this recipe to your dinner rotation and thank us later. Get The Recipe 46 of 50 Zucchini, Squash, And Corn Casserole Hector Sanchez This dish is basically all the good things from the farmers' market packed into one 13x9 baking dish. Soft, white breadcrumbs seal the deal on a delicious meal. Get The Recipe 47 of 50 Cheesy Taco Casserole Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Maggie Ruggiero We hit the refresh button on taco night with this cheesy Mexican casserole with all the fixings. Serve with one of these creative margarita recipes. Get The Recipe 48 of 50 Chicken Spaghetti Casserole Hector Sanchez Change up spaghetti night with this cheesy chicken version that is guaranteed to become a new family favorite. Your crew will love this dish, whether it's a new introduction or serves up waves on nostalgia to your own childhood suppers. Get The Recipe 49 of 50 Cheeseburger Casserole Photography: Alison Miksch, Prop Styling: Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland, Food Styling: Melissa Gray Summer is sure to have barbecues galore, but spring is for Cheeseburger Casserole. It's everything you love about a cheeseburger without the need to fire up the grill. Get The Recipe 50 of 50 Cajun Shrimp Casserole Shrimp, rice, cheese, okra, and bell peppers bake in a creamy sauce in this elegant casserole that only requires 20 minutes in the oven. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit