15 Casseroles to Double: Eat One Now, Freeze One for Later

Making two casseroles at once can save dinner on a night when cooking is the last thing you want to do. These comforting bakes are good candidates for making ahead and freezing, so you can serve one now and keep the second one ready for another day. From creamy chicken casseroles and enchiladas to cheesy pasta bakes, each one gives you a head start on a future dinner.

Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Piece of sour cream enchiladas on plate topped with pickled jalapenos. — Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Layers of tender chicken, tortillas, cheese, and tangy sour cream sauce bake into a comforting Tex-Mex casserole with plenty of creamy, savory flavor.
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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole (No Canned Soup)

A baked casserole with a golden crumb topping, served with a wooden spoon, surrounded by cheese and toppings. — Million Dollar Chicken Casserole (No Canned Soup). Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Shredded chicken is folded into a rich, creamy filling and finished with a buttery topping for an easy comfort-food casserole that is practical to prep in an extra pan for later.
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Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Baked enchiladas covered in melted cheese and garnished with cilantro in a white baking dish. — Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

Chicken, green chiles, cheese, and tortillas come together in a saucy enchilada dinner that is especially convenient when you want a second pan ready for another night.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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Chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese bring all the familiar cordon bleu flavors into a creamy baked casserole that can make dinner feel special without complicated prep.
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Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole (No Rice)

This Southern-style chicken casserole combines a creamy filling with poppy seeds and a buttery cracker topping for a simple family dinner with old-fashioned comfort.
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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole with Cream Cheese

Chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream create an extra-creamy casserole beneath a crisp buttery topping for a rich dinner that feeds a crowd.
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Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe with Rotisserie Chicken

Rotisserie chicken, pasta, and a creamy sauce bake together under melted cheese for a classic tetrazzini that portions easily for another meal.
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Baked Penne with Vodka Sauce, Ricotta & Sausage

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Penne, Italian sausage, ricotta, and homemade vodka sauce bake into a hearty pasta casserole with enough substance to make a second pan worth saving.
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Easy Taco Casserole with Fritos

Seasoned beef, beans, cheese, and crunchy Fritos turn taco-night flavors into a bubbling casserole that is easy to assemble for a busy family dinner.
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Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole with Cornflakes

Chicken and hash browns bake in a creamy homemade sauce with plenty of cheese, while buttery cornflakes add a crisp finish to this filling casserole.
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Broccoli Chicken Divan with Curry

Tender chicken and broccoli are covered in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a touch of curry for a classic casserole that makes a dependable make-ahead dinner.
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Pepperidge Farm Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Rotisserie chicken and seasoned stuffing are brought together with a creamy homemade sauce for an uncomplicated casserole packed with familiar comfort-food flavor.
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Cheesy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole with Ham

Chicken, ham, and cheese are layered with a creamy sauce and savory topping for a hearty baked version of the classic cordon bleu combination.
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Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole (No Canned Soup)

Tuna, egg noodles, and a creamy homemade sauce bake into a nostalgic casserole with a cheesy finish that makes an easy family meal.
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Ranch Chicken Pasta Casserole

Chicken and pasta are coated in a creamy ranch-seasoned sauce and baked with plenty of cheese for a filling casserole built for busy nights.
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