Nothing is better than easy weeknight dinners. Ok, well almost nothing. The point is, our weekdays are filled with an array of tasks, including carpool, work meetings, meal prepping, and don't forget to take the dog to the vet. With all that you have to do every day, who has time to spend hours in the kitchen making dinner every night?

Luckily, we have you covered. That's what we're here for, to look for ways to make your lives easier, and this article is an attempt to do just that. So, feel free to peruse through these recipes, and choose one or two of these tasty dishes to enjoy all week long.

Potato-Crusted Chicken Casserole Recipe

We are beginning our journey of easy and delicious recipes with this delightful Potato-Crusted Chicken Casserole. It’s easy to make and will feed your family for several days. If you happen to have a bigger family, be sure to double the recipe or adjust accordingly.

Beef Noodle Casserole

We love a good healthy recipe, and even better when we can eat it many times over. This healthy Beef Noodle Casserole is a great choice when you’re busy running the kids around to practice or dance lessons, or you are just exhausted after work.

Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet

This healthy yet easy chicken sausage orzo skillet will be a favorite among even your pickiest eaters.

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Most of us enjoy a good stuffed pepper, but to have it in a casserole is even better. Make this for a weeknight and it will definitely be a family favorite.

Baked Spaghetti

Who doesn’t love spaghetti? It’s a great staple and completely versatile. But now you get to try it in a casserole. It's the perfect Sunday night dinner you can have all week long.

Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

The sheet pan meal is bursting with flavor and only requires one pan to make. Guaranteed you’ll have leftovers for days. 

Healthy Chicken Taco Casserole

Looking for a great Taco Tuesday dish? Look no further than this healthy Chicken Taco Casserole. 

Brown Sugar Glazed Chicken

We are almost sure that you’ll have many of these ingredients already in your kitchen. Serve this with sweet potatoes, and you have a great Sunday night meal that’ll last a while. 

Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

If only you could have the deliciousness of broccoli cheddar soup but in a casserole. Pair broccoli and cheddar with chicken and rice—along with a few other staples—and you have a delicious Sunday night dinner.

Takeaways

We hope this article how do you plan your Sunday night dinners, or even sparked some ideas of your own. More importantly, if these recipes saved you some time, our job here is done. 

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When you get home from work or a busy day running around, the last thing you want to have to do is cook a full-blown meal. And if that wasn’t time-consuming enough, you now have a pile of dishes to clear up before going to bed and doing it all over again the next day. If this is remotely close to your weekday scenario, then you’ll love this article on easy and healthy casserole ideas.

From comforting pasta recipes to a veggie-filled chicken bake, you’ll have dinner ideas for every day of the week—and tasty leftovers for lunch. So, grab your baking dishes and your little helpers, and let’s get cooking!

1. Healthy Beef Casserole

This recipe is packed with so much flavor that you’ll almost forget how healthy it is. That is until you eye the copious amounts of carrots, peas, celery, green peppers, and onions. Delicious and nutritious!

2. Rotini Chicken Casserole

We’re a sucker for any recipe that includes pasta. It feels like an indulgence, without all the extra calories. If you’re fresh and delicious pasta bake, look no further than this Rotini Chicken Casserole.

3. Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole

Broccoli, chicken, and cheese—what's not to love? Not to mention delicious pasta noodles. This Broccoli Chicken Casserole recipe is healthy, delicious, and makes for the perfect leftovers.

4. Stuffed Pepper Casserole

We know you're familiar with stuffed peppers. It's a popular weeknight dish that the whole family enjoys. So, if you like that, you would love this Stuffed Pepper Casserole.

5. Green Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This Chicken Enchilada Casserole was too good not to throw into the mix! If you and your family are craving Mexican food, try this one out and we're sure you'll love it.

6. Cheesy Shrimp and Rice Casserole

All you need is one pan for this easy and delicious Shrimp and Rice Casserole. It's packed with vitamins and minerals and well please even your pickiest eaters.

7. Cheesy Caprese Chicken and Quinoa Casserole

This Caprese Chicken and Quinoa Casserole is packed with protein what is the easiest dish to make, which makes it the perfect recipe for a busy weeknight.

8. Healthy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole

Who doesn't love spinach and artichoke dip? Well now it's not just for an appetizer; you can make this nutritious and creamy, Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole, and still feel like you're indulging.

9. Teriyaki Chicken Casserole

If you're craving a stir-fry dish, this easy Teriyaki Chicken Casserole will become one of your weeknight favorites.

10. Loaded Veggie + Chicken Casserole

With the name like Loaded Veggie + Chicken Casserole, you know exactly what you're going to get. A tasting meal packed with vegetables and healthy chicken.

11. Creamy Lemon Chicken and Rice Casserole

This tasty one pan meal pairs tangy, lemon with chicken thighs and rice, giving you a creamy and filling dish.

12. Healthy Beef Noodle Casserole

The base of this casserole uses tomato rather than cream, making it much healthier than your regular casserole dish. Another quick meal that's perfect for your busy weeknights.

13. Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole 

An easy easy yet healthy, Mexican dish that's packed with flavor? Well, you may have just found one of your favorite recipes to add to your rotation.

14. Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole

If you're craving more of a spicy dish, this Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole will fit the bill. Plus, requires very little prep time, so you'll have dinner on the table in a flash!

15. Actually Healthy Taco Casserole

Last, but not least, you're going to want to make this dish for Taco Tuesday! This Healthy Taco Casserole is gluten-free and dairy free, making this a feel-good yet tasty meal.

Conclusion

What we love about casseroles the most is the fact that you get a veggie, starch, and protein all in one dish. It really is the most well-rounded meal, and it’s easy to find a recipe that even the pickiest eater will love. Looking for more casserole recipes? Try one of our favorites below. Enjoy!

Potato-Crusted Chicken Casserole

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• Yield: 6 servings

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Ingredients

• 1 large potato, thinly sliced*
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

FILLING:

• 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk
• 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 Tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• Dash rubbed sage

CRUMB TOPPING:

• 1 cup soft bread crumbs
• 1 Tablespoon butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

*Potato slices tested at 1/16 of an inch using a mandolin

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl, toss potato slices with oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Arrange slices onto the bottom and sides of an 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until potato is tender. Reduce heat to 350°.
3. Meanwhile, for filling, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove from skillet.
4. In the same skillet, sauté onion in butter.
5. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
6. Reduce heat; stir in cheeses until melted.
7. Stir in vegetables, seasonings, and chicken. Spoon into potato crust.
8. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over chicken mixture. Bake, uncovered, for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly and topping is golden brown.

Nutrition

• Calories: 340
• Sodium: 674 mg
• Fat: 11 g
• Carbohydrates: 28 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Protein: 35 g
• Cholesterol: 85 mg

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Whether you're celebrating Cinco de Mayo or your family simply LOVES Mexican food, bring the magic with this super-easy Mexican casserole recipe. Whether you use lean ground beef, ground turkey, shredded chicken or skip the meat altogether, this is a filling meal your family will love!

Start with a foundation of crushed tortilla chips, top with your meat, add Mexican stewed tomatoes and top with cheddar cheese and more crushed tortilla chips, and bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes. Then let each member customize their meal by offering a variety of topping options — lettuce, tomato, diced onions, black olives, beans, roasted corn, zucchini, jalapenos for the heat-seekers, sour cream, guacamole … the options are endless!

And it all comes together so quickly and easily. That's a winning recipe!

The Easiest Mexican Casserole Recipe

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• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 6-8 servings

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This will fast become a family favorite, and it comes together in no time!

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Ingredients

• 1 (13 ounce) bag tortilla chips, divided
• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 (10 ounce) can Mexican stewed tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican 4-cheese blend

 

 

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Instructions

1. Partially crush ½ bag of chips and place in bottom of a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
2. Brown ground beef; drain.
3. Add stewed tomatoes and the cheese and mix well.
4. Sprinkle finely crushed chips over top of casserole.
5. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 40 minutes.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minuts
• Category: Dinner
• Cuisine: Mexican

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