35 Easy Meat Casserole Recipes That Are Better Than Takeout

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Our collection of meat casserole recipes will rescue your dinner routine faster than ordering takeout. Packed with satisfying flavors and zero fuss, these recipes solve the eternal what is for dinner dilemma while keeping your wallet happy.

From creamy to crispy, these one-dish wonders transform simple ingredients into crowd-pleasing meals that bring everyone to the table. Forget complicated cooking methods – these recipes are all about maximum taste with minimal effort.

Easy Crockpot Chicken And Stuffing

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Indulge in comfort with this Chicken and Stuffing Crock Pot Casserole recipe. Layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and savory stuffing await! Easy, delicious, and satisfying.

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Easy Chicken Parmesan

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Chicken Parmesan has been a restaurant favorite for years. Learn how easy it is to make Chicken Parmesan at home.

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Ham and Potato Casserole

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Indulge in our hearty and filling ham and potato casserole, the perfect recipe for foodies craving a tasty weeknight meal.

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Crockpot Lasagna

Crockpot Lasagna is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines all the classic flavors of a classic lasagna with the convenience of slow cooking. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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Shepherd’s Pie

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Make dinner a breeze with our easy Shepherd’s Pie recipe! Hearty beef, mixed veggies, and creamy potatoes. Perfect for weeknights.

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Pizza Casserole

Cheesy, meaty, and packed with flavor, our Pizza Casserole is a must-try and perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe is easy and delicious.

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Taco Tater Tot Casserole

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This Taco Tater Tot Casserole combines ground beef with classic Mexican flavors and is topped with yummy cheese. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo.

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TikTok Spaghetti

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Discover the viral sensation – the easiest TikTok Spaghetti, made with six simple ingredients for a hearty family meal.

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Easy Cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole

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Our cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish that’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. With simple ingredients and a straightforward process, it’s a recipe that delivers big on comfort and taste.

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Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that feels like a hug on a plate. With its creamy texture, tender chicken, and crunchy stuffing topping, it’s a dish that brings everyone to the table with a smile. Plus, it’s quick enough for weeknights and versatile enough to swap in your favorite vegetables or seasonings.

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Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Try our mouthwatering Stuffed Pepper Casserole! Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this recipe is quick, easy, and loved by families.

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Easy Cheesy Hamburger Casserole

Hamburger Casserole is the ideal weeknight dinner when you want a comforting, all-in-one meal that the whole family will love. With classic cheeseburger flavors and a creamy, cheesy finish, it’s a dish you can count on to satisfy any craving.

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Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole

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Our Chicken and Noodle Casserole is an easy, family-friendly dish that brings comfort to the dinner table. With its creamy sauce, cheesy goodness, and crunchy cracker topping, it’s a dish that’s sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.

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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Our Million Dollar Chicken Casserole is the perfect dish for a cozy night in. This creamy, cheesy chicken casserole, topped with a buttery crunch, is easy to prepare and sure to please.

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Ground Beef Taco Casserole

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Spice up taco night with this easy Taco Casserole recipe! Everybody will be asking for seconds of this spin on a Mexican favorite.

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Walking Taco Casserole

This Walking Taco Casserole is a nostalgic and easy dinner that brings all the fun of walking tacos into a simple, delicious bake. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to be a family favorite.

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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole in the Slow Cooker

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Try our Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole for a delicious dinner that everyone will love. Prep takes just 15 minutes, and your slow cooker will do the rest.

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Easy Cheesy Beef And Bean Casserole

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This easy cheesy beef and bean casserole is perfect for a quick, tasty, and satisfying dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights.

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Cheesy Meatball Casserole

Enjoy our Cheesy Meatball Casserole, a blend of juicy meatballs, rich marinara, and gooey cheese. It’s a family favorite that’s easy to make!

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Sausage Casserole

This Sausage Casserole is a hearty one-pot meal with sausage, beans, and veggies simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for an easy dinner.

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Easy Big Mac Casserole with Tater Tots

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Making this Homemade Big Mac Sauce at home gives you all the flavor you love with the convenience of your own kitchen. It’s simple, flavorful, and incredibly versatile, perfect for burgers, fries, and more. It’s a great way to take a meal from basic to next-level!

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Chicken And Rice Casserole

Chicken and Rice Casserole is a delicious and comforting one-dish meal with chicken, rice, and veggies in a creamy sauce.

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Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole combines savory beef and a sweet cornbread topping in one easy dish. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner

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Sausage And Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

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Sausage and Hash Brown Casserole combine the biggest breakfast flavors into a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast dish.

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Apple, Gouda And Sausage Breakfast Casserole

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Apple, Gouda, and sausage breakfast casserole make an easy family brunch recipe. Boasting the savory flavors of onions, sausage, Gouda, and apples, this dish makes a great Thanksgiving or Christmas breakfast for the holiday season.

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German Ham and Noodle Casserole

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We love this quick and easy Ham & Noodle Casserole. Tender pasta, topped with a simple egg and cream sauce and finished with Swiss cheese.

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Breakfast Lasagna

Start your morning with our easy, hearty Breakfast Lasagna. It’s a family-pleasing dish filled with classic breakfast flavors!

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Cowboy Meatloaf And Potato Casserole

This delicious cowboy meatloaf and potato casserole is well worth making. It’s simple to prepare and offers such rich and hearty flavors.

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Lasagna Roll-Ups

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Lasagna Roll-Ups are a deliciously creative twist on classic lasagna. You’ll need ground beef, pasta sauce, egg, cheese, and lasagna noodles!

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Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Whip up this charming chicken tater tot casserole for the family to enjoy. It’s cheesy, creamy comfort food at its finest! And super-easy too

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Cool Ranch Turkey Taco Casserole

Cool ranch turkey taco casserole combines ground turkey with Doritos, vegetables, Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, and more for ultimate flavor. This is a simple recipe to make and a sure way to spice up taco night.

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Chicken Fajita Casserole

This Chicken Fajita Casserole is baked in the oven and has tender chicken, melted cheese, and loads of veggies. It’s low carb and keto-friendly but easily made for carb lovers, by adding rice or serving it in a tortilla.

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Easy Taco Casserole With Ground Beef

Taco Casserole is a fun twist on Taco Tuesday! This easy casserole has all the ingredients we love about tacos, baked together in one dish.

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Instant Pot Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Casserole

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Let this Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Casserole come to the rescue! Combine Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers with wild rice to make this turkey casserole recipe.

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Easy Hobo Casserole

Hobo casserole is a rich, hearty, beefy dish full of ground beef, a creamy sauce, cheese, and potatoes. It’s delicious, easy, and filling.

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