25 Cozy Fall Casserole Recipes For Dinner

Here are 25 Fall Casserole Recipes for Dinner that will help you embrace the season’s flavors. Whether you enjoy savory, cheesy, or hearty dishes, these casseroles are perfect for cozy fall evenings. Each recipe includes servings, ingredients, steps, cooking, and prep time. Enjoy the comforting essence of fall with these dishes!

1. Creamy Pumpkin and Sausage Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground sausage
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp sage
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups cooked pasta

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown sausage in a skillet. Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft.
3. Stir in pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, sage, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Mix cooked pasta with the sauce and transfer to a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with mozzarella and bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

2. Butternut Squash and Quinoa Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cubed butternut squash
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook quinoa in vegetable broth as per package instructions.
3. In a skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and butternut squash until squash softens.
4. Add thyme, rosemary, and spinach, cooking until wilted.
5. Combine quinoa and vegetable mixture in a casserole dish, top with cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes.

3. Cheesy Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 onion, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix rice, broccoli, cheese, soup, sour cream, onion, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.

4. Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 package (6 oz) stuffing mix
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, etc.)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare stuffing mix as per package instructions.
3. In a bowl, combine chicken, soup, broth, sour cream, vegetables, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread chicken mixture in a casserole dish and top with prepared stuffing.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden and crispy.

5. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchilada Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cubed sweet potatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
• 1 cup enchilada sauce
• 8 corn tortillas, cut into strips
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Steam or boil sweet potatoes until tender.
3. In a bowl, mix sweet potatoes, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Layer tortilla strips, sweet potato mixture, and enchilada sauce in a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with cheese and bake for 30-35 minutes.

6. Beef and Mushroom Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups cooked egg noodles
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned, then add mushrooms and onion.
3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
4. Mix in cooked noodles and transfer to a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with cheese and bake for 30 minutes.

7. Baked Ziti with Sausage

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ziti pasta, cooked
• 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook sausage in a skillet until browned, add garlic and Italian seasoning.
3. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. In a greased casserole dish, layer pasta, sausage mixture, ricotta, and cheese.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

8. Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 12 oz penne pasta, cooked
• 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, pasta, Alfredo sauce, garlic, broccoli, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.

9. Loaded Baked Potato Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 large russet potatoes, cubed
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain.
3. Mash the potatoes lightly and mix with sour cream, half the cheese, butter, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer to a greased casserole dish and top with remaining cheese, bacon, and green onions.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

10. Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 package (10 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, spinach, artichokes, sour cream, cream cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with mozzarella.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.

11. French Toast Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus overnight chilling)
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread, cut into cubes
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar (for topping)

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla.
2. Grease a casserole dish and layer the cubed bread inside.
3. Pour egg mixture over the bread and cover, refrigerating overnight.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) the next day, then bake for 45 minutes until golden.
5. Serve with powdered sugar and extra maple syrup.

12. Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 cup buffalo sauce
• 1 cup ranch dressing
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, combine chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch, cream cheese, celery, green onions, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer to a greased casserole dish and top with cheddar cheese.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.

13. Beef and Potato Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 large potatoes, sliced thin
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef with onions, seasoning with salt and pepper.
3. In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup and milk.
4. In a greased casserole dish, layer half of the potatoes, half of the beef, and half of the cheese.
5. Repeat the layers and pour the soup mixture over the top.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until potatoes are tender.

14. Taco Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet of taco seasoning
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, then add taco seasoning, beans, and salsa.
3. In a greased casserole dish, layer crushed tortilla chips, beef mixture, and cheddar cheese.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly, then top with sour cream and green onions before serving.

15. Green Bean Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) green beans, drained
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup crispy fried onions
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer to a greased casserole dish and top with crispy fried onions.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

16. Shepherd’s Pie Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
• 4 cups mashed potatoes
• 1 cup beef gravy
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef with onion, season with salt and pepper.
3. Add mixed vegetables and beef gravy to the beef, stirring to combine.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with mashed potatoes and cheddar cheese.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

17. Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook sausage in a skillet until browned, then drain.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
4. Grease a casserole dish and layer sausage and cheddar cheese.
5. Pour egg mixture over the sausage and cheese and bake for 40-45 minutes until set.

18. Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 1 box (6 oz) wild rice mix
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook wild rice mix according to package instructions.
3. In a large bowl, combine chicken, wild rice, soup, sour cream, almonds, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and top with cheddar cheese.
5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

19. Cornbread and Sausage Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook sausage in a skillet until browned, then drain.
3. In a bowl, mix cornbread batter according to package instructions, then add sausage, corn, eggs, milk, and cheddar cheese.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

20. Baked Mac and Cheese with Bacon

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups elbow macaroni, cooked
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a saucepan, melt butter, then stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in milk and cream, cooking until thickened.
3. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese, bacon, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine with cooked macaroni and transfer to a greased casserole dish.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

21. Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups cubed ham
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
• 1/2 cup diced onions
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Add hash browns, ham, bell peppers, onions, and cheese to the egg mixture.
4. Pour into a greased casserole dish and bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden.

22. Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Steam cauliflower until tender, then drain.
3. In a bowl, mix sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir in cauliflower and transfer to a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with Parmesan cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.

23. Turkey Tetrazzini Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked, shredded turkey
• 8 oz spaghetti, cooked
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine turkey, spaghetti, soup, sour cream, Parmesan, broth, peas, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer to a greased casserole dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden.

24. Beef Stroganoff Casserole

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups egg noodles, cooked
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef with onions and mushrooms until browned.
3. Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine with cooked egg noodles and transfer to a greased casserole dish.
5. Top with cheddar cheese and bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.

25. Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna Casserole

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 12 lasagna noodles, cooked
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 package (10 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, spinach, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. In a greased casserole dish, layer lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
4. Repeat layers and bake for 40-45 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Conclusion

Fall is the perfect time to enjoy comforting, hearty meals, and these 25 casserole recipes are just the ticket for cozy evenings. Whether you’re in the mood for something savory like a classic beef stroganoff or a cheesy broccoli rice bake, or you’re looking for a twist on favorites like chicken fajita casserole or sweet potato with marshmallows, these dishes are sure to please. They’re easy to prepare, ideal for family dinners or gatherings, and offer a variety of flavors to keep things interesting all season long. So, grab your casserole dish and embrace the fall season with these delicious, warm, and satisfying meals!

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