Chicken Casserole Recipes are quick and easy, and so delicious! When it comes to family friendly meals, nothing beats good old fashion chicken casseroles.
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- 5 Components of a Casserole
- Shortcuts for Chicken Casseroles
- Our Favorite Chicken Casseroles
- Chicken Pasta Bake
- Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
- Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
- Chicken Noodle Casserole
- Chicken Stuffing Casserole
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole
- Chicken Hashbrown Casserole
- Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
- Mediterranean Chicken Casserole
- Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti
- More Chicken Casserole Recipes
- Slow Cooker Chicken Casseroles
- Instant Pot Chicken Casseroles
- Keto and Low Carb Chicken Casseroles
- Gluten-Free Chicken Casseroles
- More Chicken Casserole Ideas
- What to Serve with Casseroles
- More Delicious Chicken Recipes
You can never have enough Chicken Casserole Recipes!
This collection features some of the best chicken casserole recipes I've ever tasted! Included, you'll find traditional recipes for oven baked casseroles, as well as those you can make in your crockpot or instant pot. We've also included low-carb, keto, and gluten-free ideas.
5 Components of a Casserole
Just about anything can go into a casserole, which is usually made in a 9x13 baking dish.
- Protein - chicken, ground beef, fish, tofu
- Creamy Filling - usually a base of condensed cream soup or some type of white sauce.
- Grain or Starch - such as rice, pasta, quinoa, or potatoes.
- Vegetables - green beans, carrots, broccoli, and tomatoes are all common.
- Topping - often cheesy, sometimes with cracker crumbs or breadcrumbs on top.
Shortcuts for Chicken Casseroles
Whether you use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken, there are lots of ways to shorten the prep time. My favorite way is to use this Healthy Pulled Chicken Recipe. This slow cooker recipe makes it so simple to whip up a couple different meals in no time at all. It's a great time saver, and frugal, too. You can use this recipe with chicken breasts or chicken thighs.
I also highly recommend using what's already in your pantry, fridge, and freezer. If a recipe calls for green beans but you have frozen broccoli - use it!
Our Favorite Chicken Casseroles
Because casseroles use a lot of pantry ingredients, it's nice to add a fresh element before serving. Fresh herbs or toppings like a dollop of sour cream or freshly diced tomatoes make a big difference.
Here are some of my personal favorite chicken casserole recipes.
Chicken Pasta Bake
Chicken Pasta Bake from Juggling Act Mama - this is one of my favorite chicken dinners. It's made with simple ingredients and tastes amazing. Don't skip the bread crumbs on top - so good!
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - this delicious casserole is similar to classic chicken pot pie, except that it's easier to make. It's the ultimate comfort food!
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
Million Dollar Chicken Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - when it comes to easy chicken casserole recipes, no list would be complete without this comforting chicken casserole. It's creamy, cheesy, and so yummy! I like to serve this with a simple salad on the side.
Chicken Noodle Casserole
Chicken Noodle Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - this chicken bake reminds me of my Grandmother! The entire family loves this dish made with simple ingredients like wide egg noodles, frozen veggies, and tender chicken. I love the cream sauce and cheddar cheese on top.
Chicken Stuffing Casserole
Chicken Stuffing Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - this is one of my favorite casseroles! It's an easy recipe for busy weeknights, but also a great way to use up leftovers. For me, the crispy stuffing on top is the best part!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - if you love all things ranch, then you're going to adore this meal. You're going to want to stock up on frozen tater tots and your favorite ranch seasoning because your family is going to beg you to make this recipe all the time!
Chicken Hashbrown Casserole
Chicken Hashbrown Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - there's something about quick and delicious meals that is so satisfying. If you have to make dinner every night (and most of us do), this is the perfect recipe to add to your menu plan!
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake from Juggling Act Mama - creamy and cheesy pasta bake loaded with broccoli florets is a super easy recipe. You can use rotissiere chicken or any leftover chicken you have on hand. It is perfect for busy weeknights.
Mediterranean Chicken Casserole
Mediterranean Chicken Casserole from Juggling Act Mama - there's so much good stuff going on in this tasty dish. With zucchini, feta, olives, farro, and more, this casserole just packed with flavor. This is a good recipe for make-ahead or meal-prep lunches, too.
Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti
Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti from Juggling Act Mama - our easy chicken casserole recipe includes thin spaghetti and shredded chicken with Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chilies along with the most delicious cheesy creamy sauce!
More Chicken Casserole Recipes
Monterey Chicken Spaghetti from Bowl Me Over - cheesy, rich Chicken Spaghetti with Spinach. Your whole family will love this easy to make delicious casserole! My family also enjoys this great recipe with ham instead of chicken.
Chicken and Rice Casserole with Broccoli from Everyday Eileen - using homemade cream of chicken soup as a base for the cheesy sauce, this chicken casserole is loaded with rice, chicken and broccoli.
Slow Cooker Chicken Casseroles
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Casserole from Wendy Polosi - this delicious meal combines taco seasoning with corn tortillas, bell peppers, corn, and salsa with melted cheese on top of the whole casserole. Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
Crock Pot King Ranch Chicken Casserole from Persnickety Plate - with a few pantry staples, you can prep this slow cooker meal in just 15 minutes! This is an easy weeknight recipe, and always a family favorite.
Instant Pot Chicken Casseroles
Instant Pot Million Dollar Chicken Casserole from 365 Days of Slow and Pressure Cooking - for the ultimate comfort food, mix tender chicken with cottage cheese, sour cream, and cream cheese with a ritz cracker crumb topping and bake until golden brown!
Instant Pot Crack Chicken Casserole from The Typical Mom - using boneless skinless chicken thighs with bacon and ranch seasoning, this egg noodle casserole can be made in just 25 minutes. Who couldn't want a creamy chicken casserole ready that fast?
Chicken Stew Instant Pot Recipe - from The Cleaning Eating Couple - this delicious recipe is a great option if you're in a rush on a cold winter's night. It's loaded with veggies and ready in under 40 minutes! Plus, if you omit the peas, this recipe is paelo and whole30.
Keto and Low Carb Chicken Casseroles
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole from Keto Focus - the perfect recipe when you want chicken cordon bleu but don’t want to mess with pounding, rolling, and breading chicken. Just make it into a casserole for an easy dinner!
Chicken Enchilada Casserole from Grumpy's Honeybunch - use up your leftover rotisserie chicken for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
Baked Chicken Alfredo Casserole from This Mom's Menu - ready in 40 minutes, this creamy casserole is made with gluten free pasta, or you can make it with broccoli and skip the pasta altogether.
Gluten-Free Chicken Casseroles
BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole from Wendy Polisi - using Greek yogurt, or sour cream, with barbecue sauce, quinoa and frozen veggies, this casserole dish is a delicious dinner you'll want to make again and again.
Gluten-Free Chicken Pot Pie Casserole from Welcome to the Friendly Table - with a gluten-free baking mix for the crust and chicken stock to make a homemade sauce for a easy casserole even the kids will love.
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole from Mommy Hates Cooking - if you love the classic chicken and rice casserole, try this easy gluten-free chicken casserole. Personally, I like to make this cheesy casserole with brown rice.
More Chicken Casserole Ideas
With Spanish rice, corn, black beans, and of course, chicken, this Salsa Chicken Casserole from Spend with Pennies is a fun cheesy alternative to taco night!
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta from Amira's Pantry with sun dried tomatoes and spinach is a one pot meal that is perfect for busy nights.
Tasty, easy to make, and delicious Buffalo Chicken Tater Tot Casserole from Bowl Me Over is one that even the kids will ask for seconds!
Whether you use frozen breaded chicken, homemade chicken tenders, or pulled chicken, this Chicken Parmesan Casserole from The Cozy Cook is sure to satisfy your craving for Italian.
Here are a few favorites from fellow food bloggers in New Hampshire:
- Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole from To Simply Inspire
- Chicken and Rice Casserole (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free) from Living Well Mom
What to Serve with Casseroles
A fresh salad or some crusty bread are a great way to round out any one of these delicious chicken casserole recipes. Here are some side dish suggestions:
More Delicious Chicken Recipes
Chicken is just such a versatile protein. And when it comes to cooking quick meals, chicken takes the prize! What's not to love about an ecomonical protein that's easy to cook a million ways?!?
Next time, try one of these other easy recipes that are perfect for weeknight meals:
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