Make these casseroles for dinner tonight and feel full and satisfied. From skillets filled with beans and cheese to baking dishes stuffed with chicken and pasta, you’re sure to find something flavorful and nutritious in this roundup. Also, each dish contains at least 15 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving. Protein and fiber are nutrients that help keep you full longer, regulate digestion, support bone health, and more.
Take advantage of these nutritional benefits by making recipes like Black Bean and Quinoa Skillet Casserole with Cheese or Anti-inflammatory Lemon Salmon and Orzo Casserole. It’s sure to be delicious and you’ll want to make it over and over again.
Black bean and quinoa skillet casserole with cheese
This Southwestern-style one-skillet casserole is packed with quinoa and lots of fresh vegetables. Sharp cheddar cheese adds flavor to the filling, and a layer of gooey cheese on top.
Anti-inflammatory lemon salmon and orzo casserole
This lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats found in salmon that can also reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure. Here, the omega-3-rich salmon sits atop an orzo mixture that’s baked in the oven rather than boiled on the stove, absorbing all the bright, lemony flavor as it cooks.
chicken taco casserole
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shel Royster
This flavorful chicken taco casserole is packed with veggies, chicken, cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips, grilled to perfection, and topped with fresh tomatoes, crunchy iceberg lettuce, and creamy avocado. It’s a classic taco. Make it your own by swapping out the black beans for pinto beans or adding some pepper jack cheese for a kick. If you want to keep it mild, choose a mild taco seasoning and omit the jalapeños.
Slow-cooked lasagna with tomato sauce
Slow-roasting the tomatoes gives the tomato sauce in this lasagna recipe a deep flavor, adding more flavor from the onions, Parmesan, and spinach. Lasagna noodles are layered onto uncooked lasagna. When you bake lasagna in the oven, the moisture from the fresh spinach cooks it perfectly.
chicken parmesan casserole
We took the best parts of chicken parmesan, melted cheese, crunchy breadcrumbs, and plenty of tomato sauce and put them into an easy, family-friendly casserole.
Beef and black bean nacho casserole
Hominy adds chewy texture to this healthy nacho-inspired casserole. Crushed corn tortilla chips add a crunchy texture to complete the dish. Mild, medium, and hot green chilies all work well, so choose the one you like based on your spiciness preference.
Baked shrimp and cauliflower
This quick and easy seafood casserole has the bright flavors of fresh dill and feta cheese.
slow cooker chicken and pinto bean enchilada casserole
This slow cooker meal is comfort food at its best. The layers of tortilla, cheese, and sauce meld into a cozy casserole with a hint of enchilada flavor. The top layer of tortillas gets nice and crispy in the slow cooker. I use pinto beans, but you could easily substitute black beans.
philadelphia cheesesteak casserole
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Props Stylist: Lexi Juhl
This easy casserole combines beef, cheese, and peppers for a classic Philadelphia cheesesteak flavor. It’s sure to become your family’s new favorite for a quick weeknight meal. We love the flavor of smoked provolone to match this dish, but if you want a more traditional flavor, aged provolone will work just as well.
pesto tuna noodle casserole
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Props Stylist: Lexi Juhl
A creamy pesto sauce with sweet shallots and wilted spinach gives a light and bright twist to the classic tuna noodle casserole. Albacore tuna is an ideal choice as it retains its texture well once mixed, but any moist tuna will work. For best results, we recommend using refrigerated pesto, which has a fresh flavor that complements the entire dish.
spaghetti squash casserole
Use tender pumpkin bundles in place of pasta for a more flavorful spaghetti pie casserole. Not to mention, spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to pasta that saves you over 150 calories per serving compared to traditional recipes. A sprinkle of nutty fontina cheese adds a melty topping.
cheese meatball casserole
This cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onions adding moisture. Melted mozzarella tempers the spice, but if you prefer a milder dish, reduce or remove the crushed red pepper.
chicken, pepper and pasta casserole
You can assemble this healthy chicken casserole before heading out to the party and bake it in your host’s oven. You can also bake it at home and take it home. It’s delicious even at room temperature.
caprese casserole
This healthy casserole is easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners. Be careful not to overcook the pasta as it will become soft. Don’t forget the balsamic vinegar at the end. Gives a bright finish.
Tuna casserole with orzo, eggplant and feta cheese
Tuna casserole is a timeless comforting recipe. This incorporates eggplant, artichoke hearts, oregano, olives, and feta for a Greek twist.
Baked pasta with Gruyère, asparagus and peas
This healthy casserole recipe is loaded with vegetables along with whole-wheat pasta for a satisfying dinner for kids and adults alike.
sloppy joe casserole
Like Sloppy Jaws? Then you’ll love this sloppy joe casserole recipe. This kid-friendly dinner includes classic slug-joe flavors that kids will love, and parents will love all the veggies packed in for a healthy meal.
vegetarian spinach enchiladas
This vegetarian enchilada recipe is quick to make on a weeknight by skipping the steps of stuffing and rolling the enchiladas and instead making a stacked enchilada casserole. The casserole is ready in the oven in 20 minutes, layered with tortillas, sauce, and cheesy spinach filling, just like lasagna.
