22 Casseroles That Are Like a Warm Hug from Grandma

With plenty of nourishing veggies and proteins, these casserole recipes bring all the cozy vibes.

Serve this warming side with roasted chicken or pork, or over brown rice or another whole grain.

Refrigerate or freeze the leftovers to enjoy later.

an image of the Loaded Broccoli & Beef Casserole

Photo:Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Giovanni Vazquez, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

Sun-dried tomatoes add a burst of tangy sweetness, complementing the creamy sauce.

Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.

Chicken and broccoli soak up the savory and flavorful teriyaki sauce.

Robby Lozano

The cheesy sauce coats the cabbage for a satisfying side that pairs with roasted chicken, pork or steak.

This lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner thats packed with flavor and nutrients.

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

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

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.

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

an image of the Creamy Honey-Mustard Chicken Casserole

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

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

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

Dont worry if you dont have one, because you might use any oven-safe skillet instead.

an image of the Creamy Spinach, Mushroom, & Wild Rice Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

an image of the Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken & Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower

an image of the Creamy Chicken, Cabbage & Mushroom Skillet Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

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

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Cheesy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole

Rachel Marek

a recipe photo of the Chicken Fajita Casserole

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman

a step in making the Loaded Cabbage Casserole

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

Stacy Allen

a recipe photo of the Chicken Piccata Casserole

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

Overhead view of a cast iron skillet of Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet Casserole recipe

Photographer: Rachel Marek

casserole garnished with bacon and green onions

Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Styling: Ana Kelley

Cabbage Roll Casserole in a bowl

Photographer: Grant Webster; Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman; Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek,

vegetarian enchilada casserole

lifting a spoonful of Stuffed Pepper Casserole out of baking dish

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist Julia Bayless

a recipe photo of the Chicken Florentine Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower

Chicken Enchilada Skillet Casserole

Jacob Fox