Pasta bakes are satisfying, but so are these delicious pasta-less casseroles.

If using leftover rice, you will need about 1 1/2 cups.

Cheesy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole

A cozy, cheesy casserole is classic comfort food.

Cheesy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole

Photo: Ali Redmond

We amped up the nutrition by including plenty of nourishing veggies.

Chicken & Zucchini Casserole

This baked chicken and zucchini casserole is creamy, hearty and low-carb!

Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.

Stuffed Pepper Casserole

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To keep prep simple, look for bags of pre-cut broccoli florets.

If you like a little spice, swap out the Monterey Jack cheese for pepper Jack instead.

Chicken thighs are tender and flavorful, but chicken breast or leftover chicken will work well too.

Chicken & Zucchini Casserole

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Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole

Creamed spinach and chicken combine in this crowd-pleasing, comforting casserole.

Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top.

If your peppers are mild and you like heat, opt for spicy pico de gallo.

Cheesy ground beef & cauliflower casserole recipe with one tortilla chip scooping casserole out, a bowl of more chips is on the side of the casserole skillet

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

This easy vegetarian dinner recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.

Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole

This one-pan recipe is the casserole version of spanakopita!

To make it extra creamy, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.

Shrimp and Cauliflower Bake

Charring the veggies in a cast-iron skillet adds depth of flavor.

If desired, add a little shredded Gruyere or Cheddar cheese to the biscuit dough.

a recipe photo of the Loaded Broccoli Chicken Casserole

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Cabbage Roll Casserole on a plate

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

overhead view of a pan with a cheesy casserole inside

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a recipe photo of the Creamed Spinach & Chicken Casserole

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Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet Casserole

Rachel Marek

vegetarian enchilada casserole

Spinach, Feta, Rice Casserole

a recipe photo of the Cheesy Beef and Black Bean Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

a Chicken Enchilada Skillet Casserole

Kale & White Bean Potpie with Chive Biscuits

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