Casseroles have saved dinnertime at our place more times than we can count. They’re low-maintenance, great for feeding a crowd and often freeze like a charm. While we love a sausage-laced pasta or beefy cheeseburger bake, chicken just might be our favorite protein to use in them since it’s lean, filling and easy to cook (and easier still if you use a store-bought rotisserie bird). Whether you’re looking for something healthy (like low-carb zucchini enchiladas), or decadent (oh hello, French onion sheet pan chicken) to feed the fam, this list of chicken casserole recipes has something they’ll love. Promise.
27 Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes That Make Dinner a Breeze
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Published Oct 3, 2023
Katherine Gillen
1. Easy Green Chicken Enchiladas
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: high protein, beginner-friendly, one pan
Mix up your usual Taco Tuesday menu with these bright, zingy enchiladas smothered in salsa verde. Pile on all the red onion, jalapeño, avocado and sour cream your heart desires.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
2. Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: beginner-friendly, high protein, crowd-pleaser
Spicy, creamy and oh so cheesy. Might we suggest serving this baked masterpiece for game day instead of messy chicken wings?
Photo: Mark Weinberg /Styling: Erin McDowell
3. Low-Carb Zucchini Enchiladas
- Time Commitment: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, beginner-friendly
Looking to shave a few carbs off tonight’s dinner? Strips of summer zucchini can stand in for tortillas just fine. The filling is simple too, thanks to canned corn and beans and store-bought rotisserie chicken.
Erin McDowell
4. Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken
- Time Commitment: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, beginner-friendly
Think thin chicken breasts filled with mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach and breadcrumbs, rolled and doused in homemade tomato sauce. Serve it with pasta or Caesar salad.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
5. Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Bake
- Time Commitment: 6 hours
- Why We Love It: slow cooker recipe, one pot, high protein, beginner-friendly
Pile in all your favorite enchilada ingredients and let your Crockpot do the rest. You could serve it by the slab, or use tortilla chips to scoop it up—just don’t forget the margaritas.
PureWow
6. Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: Instant Pot recipe, high protein, kid-friendly
Between the Swiss cheese, diced ham and frozen chicken nuggets, we’re betting your picky eaters will have no complaints about this pressure cooker meal.
Grandbaby Cakes
7. Lemon Chicken and Rice Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: high protein, special occasion-worthy, one pan
Oh, hi, shatteringly crispy chicken thighs. The rice is flavorful, tender and rich, courtesy of cream of chicken soup, Parmesan cheese and dry seasonings.
The Recipe Critic
8. Chicken Caprese Pasta Casserola
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: beginner-friendly, kid-friendly, crowd-pleaser
Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil is a timeless, flawless combination, but the addition of chicken and rigatoni makes this dish way more satisfying and comforting. Finish your plate with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
Well Plated by Erin
9. Healthy Chicken Pot Pie
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: kid-friendly, beginner-friendly, dairy free
Yup, a lightened-up version of the iconic comfort food exists—and it’s just as tasty as its predecessor. Make it extra wholesome by subbing an almond milk roux for cream and using whole-wheat pie crust.
The Mom 100
10. Chicken Tetrazzini
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, special occasion-worthy
Because spaghetti and meatballs get boring fast. Here, the noodles are zhuzhed up with tender mushrooms, aromatic sage, sliced pimentos, dry sherry and all the Gruyère.
Cotter Crunch
11. Drunken Chicken Zoodle Casserole
- Time Commitment: 50 minutes
- Why We Love It: Paleo-friendly, low carb, keto-friendly, crowd-pleaser
Pad kee mao but make it casserole—and low carb. There’s still plenty of lip-smacking stir fry sauce, only traditional extra-wide rice noodles are swapped in favor of zucchini noodles.
Gimme Some Oven
12. Holy Mole Enchiladas
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, special occasion-worthy
This 20-minute spin on mole sauce uses smooth almond butter and cocoa powder to get its uniquely nutty, chocolate-y flavor, along with a slew of warm spices.
Damn Delicious
13. Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
- Time Commitment: 45 minutes
- Why We Love It: kid-friendly, beginner-friendly, high protein
When a dish begins with garlicky, cheesy homemade Alfredo sauce, you know it’s going to be delicious. Ranch seasoning mix, crispy bacon and pasta are just a bonus.
Well Plated by Erin
14. Teriyaki Chicken Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, kid-friendly, beginner-friendly
Make a double batch of the easy-peasy teriyaki sauce. It’ll taste divine on roasted Brussels sprouts, pan-fried tofu, baked salmon and grilled pork.
Pinch of Yum
15. Creamy Chicken, Quinoa and Broccoli Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, beginner-friendly, high protein
It may sound excessively healthy, but there’s still lots of crumbled bacon and cheese mixed in. Balance is everything, no?
Hey Keto Mama
16. Low-Carb Chicken Pesto Bake
- Time Commitment: 45 minutes
- Why We Love It: low carb, keto-friendly, high protein, <10 ingredients, one pan
This recipe only calls for six ingredients, and three of them are cheese. Need we say more? (If so, know that you’re encouraged to use store-bought pesto for the sauce.)
Spend with Pennies
17. Chicken Parmesan Casserole
- Time Commitment: 50 minutes
- Why We Love It: kid-friendly, high protein, beginner-friendly
File this gem under Dinners Your Kids Will Never Get Sick Of. Come for the rotini, mozz and chicken, stay for the buttery garlic-herb breadcrumb topping.
Dinner at the Zoo
18. Chicken Alfredo Bake
- Time Commitment: 50 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, kid-friendly, <10 ingredients
For when you’re craving an edible hug. Prepare the sauce first, stir in the cheese until it melts, then pour the mixture over the pasta and chicken. (You can also make the sauce ahead so you can assemble the bake whenever.)
Cotter Crunch
19. Italian Chicken Meal Prep Casserole
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: keto-friendly, low carb, high protein, <10 ingredients
Can you believe it only requires six ingredients? Go the extra mile by baking the zucchini slices before assembling—this will dry them out and prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
The Mom 100
20. Hashbrown Chicken Vegetable Pot Pie Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, kid-friendly
Your kids will be thrilled to see their favorite breakfast side make a dinner cameo. Use frozen hashbrowns instead of shredding your own spuds to save time.
Inspiralized
21. Paleo Chicken and Celeriac Rice Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Why We Love It: gluten free, Paleo-friendly, crowd-pleaser
For the uninitiated, celeriac is the root of the celery plant, and it has a subtle, celery-like flavor with hints of nuttiness. It’s just the pairing for baby Portobello mushrooms, spinach and coconut milk.
Skinnytaste One And Done
22. Honey-Mustard Chicken Bake
- Time Commitment: 1 hour
- Why We Love It: gluten free, high protein
Seriously, who doesn't love honey mustard? Serve a little extra on the side for this sweet, savory, and healthy dish.
Brittany Conerly/Everyday Grand
23. French Onion Sheet Pan Chicken
- Time Commitment: 50 minutes
- Why We Love It: one pan, crowd pleaser
Your favorite soup, in the form of an easy-to-make family dinner. What could be better?
Allison Day/Modern Lunch
24. Sheet-Pan Persian Lemon Chicken
- Time Commitment: 50 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser
Add some spice to family dinner with this tasty number that’s topped with yogurt and pomegranate seeds. Serve some pita on the side, for good measure.
Sweet Peas and Saffron
25. Jamaican Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
- Time Commitment: 25 minutes
- Why We Love It: ready in <30 minutes, gluten free, dairy free
This beautiful medley is what we constantly crave. Consider making a hefty batch of rum punches to pair with this tropical dish.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
26. Spicy Turkey Enchiladas with Pumpkin Seeds
- Time Commitment: 40 minutes
- Why We Love It: crowd-pleaser, high protein, beginner-friendly
While this recipe calls for turkey, chicken works nicely too. Just don’t swap out the pepitas or fresh cilantro.
Damn Delicious
27. French Onion Chicken Noodle Casserole
- Time Commitment: 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Why We Love It: kid-friendly, special occasion-worthy, crowd-pleaser
No matter what the weather is doing, this comfort food won’t fail to impress. Don't forget to sprinkle extra chives on top.
How Do You Keep a Casserole from Drying Out When Re-Heating?
The worst kind of casserole is a dry one. To avoid a dry casserole when reheating, cooking expert and casserole connoisseur Seanna's Kitchen recommends adding extra water. Add about 1/4 cup to the top of the casserole, and cover it with aluminum foil to let it soak in. You'll have yourself a perfectly moist casserole.
Taryn Pire is PureWow’s associate food editor. A former bartender and barista, she’s been writing about all things delicious since 2016, developing recipes, reviewing restaurants and investigating food trends at Food52, New Jersey Family Magazine and Taste Talks. When she isn’t testing TikTok’s latest viral recipe, she’s having popcorn for dinner and posting about it on Instagram @cookingwithpire.
