While there’s a time and a place for frozen pizza, which can go straight into a hot oven any ol’ time, there’s something special about a scratch-made dinner that takes the same amount of time to prep as it does the oven to preheat. While that exact duration may vary slightly, it generally takes around 10 to 15 minutes on average for a typical oven to reach the standard temperature for casserole bakes, about 350 degrees F. With this in mind, we’ve collected some of our best casserole recipes that come together in that time—or, better yet, even less. With these recipes, you’ll have a weeknight dinner prepped and on the table in no time.
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Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole
Peyton Beckwith
“This is a great recipe, easy to throw together for a weeknight dinner and very versatile. I added frozen peas and spinach and about 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream to the mix with some added seasonings and it was over the top good. My family devoured it so this one will stay on rotation. Thumbs up!” —Alicia
Sour Cream and Onion Potato Casserole
Jake Sternquist / Food Styling: Lauren McAnelly / Prop Styling: Sue Mitchell
This potato casserole is generously topped with crunchy sour cream and onion potato chips—and Cheddar cheese. Serve it as a meal or alongside a protein like garlic pork chops or chicken and any vegetables of your choice.
Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit Casserole
Jake Sternquist / Food Styling: Lauren McAnelly / Prop Styling: Sue Mitchell
This sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit casserole is a quick and easy breakfast for the whole family. One reviewer prepared their own biscuit dough, which may take a little more time than the 15 minute prep time—but is seriously worth it. Another reviewer kept it swift and easy by using prepared crescent rolls to switch things up.
Best Taco Casserole
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“I followed this recipe every step of the way (except left out the sour cream and served it on the side) and it turned out great… Even my pickiest eater loves the flavor. Easy to put together and left overs are just as good. —valeriemangum
Easy Funeral Potatoes
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“We’ve all had these, in some iteration, at one point in our lives. They always hit the spot whether the occasion is joyous or solemn. Plain and simple this is comfort food. If you’re looking for the perfect recipe base to spring forward from, this is the ground floor chemistry!” —TrustyBowl7745
Tater Tot Casserole
ALLRECIPES/VICTORIA JEMPTY
“This was easy to follow, taste unbelievably great, my family enjoyed eating it. It just became one of our favorite meals.” —PlumSoup3468
Broccoli Chicken Casserole
DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
“I made this tonight and was pleased with it. Even my SUPER picky 5 yr. old cleaned his plate!!! My husband who usually HATES casseroles liked it as well. ” —SLPARISH2
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