Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN
Looking for a comforting dinner that fits into a busy evening? These casserole recipes are here to help. Each recipe supports a heart-healthy eating pattern with limited sodium and saturated fat, plus an active cooking time of 45 minutes or less, making it easy to get a wholesome meal on the table. Whether you’re in the mood for our Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with Broccoli or Creamy Chicken & Penne alla Vodka Casserole with Peas, these dishes are simple enough for weeknights and delicious enough to make again and again.
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Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with Broccoli
Whip up this quick and easy teriyaki chicken casserole in just one skillet—it’s the perfect go-to recipe for hectic weeknights, sure to satisfy a crowd. It’s ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. If you’re short on leftovers, a rotisserie chicken paired with a package of microwaveable brown rice is a good substitute.
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Creamy Chicken & Penne alla Vodka Casserole with Peas
This cheesy chicken pasta casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight when you need a fast and easy dinner with minimal cleanup. Vodka sauce adds a creamy note to the sauce. If you don’t have vodka sauce on hand, add a few tablespoons of cream to regular marinara.
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Chicken Divan
This creamy chicken casserole is packed with veggies. The sauce at the heart of this family-friendly casserole uses nonfat milk with a combination of nonfat Greek-style yogurt and a little mayonnaise to give it body.
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Baked Cod with Chorizo & White Beans
This recipe follows the Spanish and Portuguese tradition of pairing mild white fish with full-flavored cured sausage–just a bit gives the whole dish a rich, smoky flavor. Make it a meal: Enjoy with steamed green beans and roasted potatoes tossed with thyme and coarse salt.
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Smoked Turkey, Kale & Rice Bake
This hearty one-skillet dinner is loaded with celery, kale, tomatoes and quick-cooking brown rice. It’s easy to make the recipe vegetarian by substituting smoked tofu for the turkey.
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Green Chile Rotisserie Chicken Casserole
This green chile rotisserie chicken casserole features lots of tender vegetables. The corn adds a nice pop of sweetness, while the rice absorbs some of the flavors. A crunchy topping of crushed tortilla chips finishes off this comforting Southwestern-inspired casserole.
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Creamy Chicken, Mushroom & Spinach Skillet Casserole
This spinach-packed casserole cooks on the stovetop and bakes in the same skillet for a family-friendly dinner with an easy cleanup. You can use leftover chicken and cook the pasta ahead of time to speed up the prep.
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Chicken Tetrazzini
This retro dish will please kids and adults alike.
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Green Chile Chicken Tortilla Casserole
Prepare this dish the night ahead of time so all you have to do is pop it in the oven for an easy and delicious dinner.
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Turkey & Leek Shepherd’s Pie
The mashed potato-covered shepherd’s pie was originally created to use up the leftovers from a festive roast. This version blends peas, leeks and carrots with diced turkey, all in a creamy herb sauce. The dish is a perfect way to create a second meal with the holiday turkey but if you like, use leftover roast chicken, duck or goose.
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Garlic Cashew Chicken Casserole
Combine brown rice, cashews, chow-mein noodles and vegetables galore with chicken in this delicious casserole.
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Turkey-Vegetable Bake
Need to use up leftover turkey from the holidays? Make this low-fat casserole. It’s made with brown rice and lots of vegetables.
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Eggplant Tortilla Casserole
This layered casserole is inspired by classic cheese enchiladas, minus the fuss of rolling and stuffing individual tortillas. You’d never guess that within this comforting casserole hides a layer of thinly sliced eggplant. The thin slices become tender when roasted and add a subtle savory note.
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