Our 10 Most Popular Casserole Recipes of All Time

Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole

Publish Date: April 2020
Developed By: Heather

Broccoli-cheese recipes often come in side dish or soup form. But here, instant rice, chicken, and condensed soup take this dynamic duo into dinner territory. Although the recipe calls for frozen broccoli for convenience, you can absolutely make it with fresh if you prefer. Not keen on canned chicken? Shred or dice the meat from half of a rotisserie chicken, suggests Cometgirl63. They say, “I have made it several times, and this is one leftover that my husband and I gladly eat.” Craving even more flavor? Consider cooking the rice in chicken broth rather than water.

Awesome and Easy Creamy Corn Casserole

Publish Date: June 2000
Developed By: Ruth Phillips

For a triple-play of harvest flavor, turn to this simple yet holiday-worthy creation. A package of dry cornbread mix, canned kernels, and canned cream corn team up to make this 5-ingredient corn casserole recipe definitely worthy of its name. Due to the cornbread mix, eggs, and sour cream, the texture is “a bit like a cross between corn soufflé and a slightly sweet corn pudding,” according to recipe creator Ruth Phillips.

Prefer things even sweeter? Follow Alison’s lead and opt for Jiffy’s Honey Corn Muffin Mix. “I have been making this for a solid 5 years, and it has been a hit every time,” verifies Allrecipes member MommyFromSeattle. Let your heart be your guide with your garnish; fans confirm that chopped green onions, chopped cooked bacon, and shredded cheese (melt it in the oven during the final few minutes of baking) are all winners.

Campbell’s Tuna Noodle Casserole

Publish Date: Oct. 2007
Developed By: Campbell’s Kitchen

Besides a couple cans of tuna, you need just five other ingredients to bring this top-rated tuna noodle casserole to the table. If you’re about to scroll right on by this recipe because you’re not a fish fan, we’re throwing out a life raft to you: It’s a cinch to make this exact same recipe with 2 cups of cubed leftover or rotisserie chicken instead. Any which way you make this egg noodle nosh, it’s almost guaranteed to make you feel nostalgic.

Troy Erickson tells us that this “reminds me of the one my mom used to make.” Skip chimes in to add, “I have a family member who requests old-fashioned tuna noodle casserole every year for their birthday. I’ve made several versions, but they just weren’t the same because they had onions or cheese. This is the traditional recipe that my mother used to make.” Stick to the recipe as written if you’re in the mood for a taste of home. Or up the ante by replacing the bread crumb topping with crumbled French-fried onions or potato chips.

Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

Publish Date: Nov. 1998
Developed By: Stacy M Polcyn

Sensing a theme? Our Allrecipes members are keen on creative ways to subtly sneak in more vegetables—especially potentially polarizing ones like broccoli. Recipe creator Stacy M Polcyn swears that this broccoli-cheese masterpiece is picky-eater-approved: “My mom made this casserole every Thanksgiving when I was little. We kids could never get enough! If you have children or have some coming to visit, I guarantee that they will eat—and enjoy—this veggie dish.”

NEDJOBEAN agrees, adding that the cream of mushroom soup and Cheddar shreds make this “the most requested recipe that I own. It is the best broccoli recipe I have found so far. Scrumptious!” This is true even though this casserole starts with a few bags of frozen broccoli. (That said, you could certainly swap in fresh if you prefer.)

Breakfast Sausage Casserole

Publish Date: Dec. 1998
Developed By: M.K. Meredith

“Every Christmas we try a different breakfast casserole, but I think this is THE ONE,” admits home cook huitzi76. Declaring it “easy and delicious,” this breakfast casserole earns bonus points as a weekend or holiday option because the entire dish can be assembled in advance. Prepare it after dinner, pop the casserole pan into the refrigerator, then simply transfer it to the oven when you wake up the next morning. In 90 minutes, you and seven of your loved ones will be able to enjoy the flavors of a breakfast blue plate special with cheesy eggs, toast, and sausage, all in one scoopable package.

After being served sub-par morning bakes, Betsy Bubbles decided to give this sausage spin a try as her first-ever breakfast casserole. She tells us, “This was easy and tasty, and served eight of us perfectly. I love the spicy sausage!”

Best Tuna Casserole

Publish Date: Oct. 1999
Developed By: JAICARD

Since it features pantry and freezer staples like canned tuna and mushrooms, dried egg noodles, frozen peas, and potato chips (for the crunchy topping), the only fresh ingredients you need for this casserole are probably already on hand: an onion and shredded Cheddar cheese. Why overcomplicate things when this simple supper is a “childhood throwback for sure” as-is, according to Lucinda.

“Tuna Noodle Casseroles have been a long-time favorite of mine since I was a kid. This is the ONLY one I’ve ever found (and I’ve tried dozens) that hits the nail on the head,” says Allrecipes member songstress250. Although this tuna casserole is tasty enough to garner more than 1,600 five-star reviews, some fans report that it errs on the dry side. If you prefer your casseroles creamier, consider stirring in 1 cup of milk, cream, or plain Greek yogurt, or bake it in a 2-quart dish rather than a 9×13-inch pan.

Grandma’s Green Bean Casserole

Publish Date: Aug. 1999
Developed By: Amy

Ranking right up there with the debate over canned cranberry vs. cranberry relish, one of the most heated discussions on Thanksgiving revolves around green bean casserole. We certainly see the appeal (and frequently make!) the condensed soup and French-fried onion kind. However, if you’re in the mood for a made-from-scratch rendition, try this casserole, which comes courtesy of Amy’s grandmother. “Instead of traditional French-fried onions, this from-scratch casserole is loaded with lots of melty Cheddar and a buttery cracker crumb topping,” Amy explains, adding that her grandma whipped this up every Thanksgiving. “A homemade sour cream-based sauce adds just the right amount of tang to every bite.”

Since it can be on the table in under an hour and only requires six ingredients, it might just inspire you to switch teams. Allrecipes member Jody Morgan says, “My daughter brought this to a family gathering several years ago, and it’s been on our holiday menu ever since. This green bean casserole is delicious, and we’d rather have this than the typical dish with mushroom soup.”

Tater Tot Casserole

Publish Date: April 2019
Developed By: barryzimm

More than 500 five-star reviewers agree with a home cook who deems this a delicious, easy recipe: “You can definitely make it your own by adding pretty much whatever floats your boat.” The budget-friendly foundation includes just four ingredients (ground beef, canned cream of mushroom soup, frozen Tater Tots, and shredded Cheddar), and is endlessly customizable.

Allrecipes community members rave about adding crumbled French-fried onions alongside the tots. For the filling, try ground pork, turkey, or chicken instead of beef, and consider adding a bag of frozen vegetables to the mix. Or opt for canned cream of chicken or Cheddar cheese soup. One home cook jokes that each time they serve this, “my husband and son eat this like they’ve been starving for weeks!”

Mamaw’s Chicken and Rice Casserole

Publish Date: April 2019
Developed By: katiefbenham

Chicken, rice, and all the cream of _____ soups (okay, three of them: celery, chicken, and mushroom) join forces in this vintage dump-and-bake casserole. “My Grandmother got this recipe from a lady from church at a potluck a long time ago,” recalls katiefbenham. “She passed it down to my mom, and it’s always been a family favorite. It’s quick and easy for school nights, and the leftovers are just as good!” Sure, you could use less butter on top, but Katie’s mom and grandma always opted for the full stick. “Gotta love Southern ladies and their butter,” she laughs.

Although the prep time only takes 10 minutes, you can make things even easier by using shredded rotisserie chicken instead of cubing raw chicken breasts yourself. The tradition continues at hervey5’s table, where “this is now a go-to recipe. We are making it tonight, and the kids all asked me to double it, so there might be some leftovers. It’s super easy to make. My picky 8-year-old son loves it too!”

Best Green Bean Casserole

Publish Date: June 2000
Developed By: Jan

Drumroll, please…the most-clicked casserole of all time, as selected by you, is this superlative side dish that takes a mere 25 minutes. “You just have to have this at your table,” says Allrecipes member ToughSieve6394. And it’s a breeze to do just that. This classic green bean casserole is ideal for beginners, confirms BlueKale2191: “It was delicious! Despite not being a good chef, I was still able to make it.” All you need to try it tonight? Canned green beans, canned cream of mushroom soup, canned French-fried onions, and shredded Cheddar cheese.

Veggie-averse folks listen up, the shredded Cheddar makes each scoop taste a bit like mac and cheese, according to VioletTart7740. For even more savory flavor, add cooked, crumbled bacon to the crispy onion topping.