What’s every home cook’s ultimate goal? To make delicious dinners that are a breeze to assemble! What better, then, than easy casserole recipes that combine a number of delectable ingredients into one complete meal? Great for busy weeknights and relaxed mornings, casseroles are also a wise choice for family gatherings and meal prep.
Dishes you can put together early in the day (or make and then freeze for the future), casseroles are the ultimate time saver for hungry cooks who need dinner on the table stat. Dump-and-bake dishes that only require one pan, they also make clean-up as simple as can be — and everyone loves that!
But how do you assemble a casserole that will garner nothing but praise? The best ones boast a balance of hearty ingredients — including a protein, vegetables and Success® Rice grains. Then, choose add-ins that will enhance the flavor and texture of every mouthful, such as cream soup and herbs, cheeses and sauce. Finally, there’s nothing quite like the tempting crunch of a buttery, golden breadcrumb topping. With so many ways to build your perfect casserole, the possibilities for delicious dinners are virtually endless!
Looking for casserole ideas that go beyond the basic? Start with your favorite Success® Rice product — from jasmine or brown rice to quinoa — for simple prep and consistently delicious results, every time. Whether you crave whole grains or a dish that’s naturally gluten-free, something nostalgic and warming or a modern spin on tradition, you’ll find it among our best casserole recipes.
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole
After just 15 minutes of prep, you can slide this warming casserole right into the oven to bake. Welcome any night of the week, this gooey people-pleaser is hearty and rich, loaded with tender morsels of chicken, fresh vegetables, Success® boil-in-bag white rice and sharp Cheddar cheese. Cream of chicken soup makes for a silky sauce that binds every bite together.
Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole Bake
The ultimate comfort-food casserole, this dish feels like a throwback to another time. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a baking dish, stir to combine and then transfer to the oven. In no time, you and the family will be sitting down to a warm dinner that’s brimming with flavor. If you like, serve this dish with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.
Cheesy Squash Rice Casserole
The vegetarian dish that every diner will be scrambling to sample, this plush squash and rice casserole deserves to be at the center of the table. A savory combination of yellow squash, Success® boil-in-bag white rice, cheese sauce and Cheddar, this dish also benefits from a crunchy topping of golden fried onions. Double the recipe, and you won’t have to worry about running out!
Beef and Rice Chile Relleno Casserole
Enjoy all of the flavors of chiles rellenos — without the hard work — with this zippy layered casserole. A recipe that asks for more ingredients than others, this one is still easy-breezy when it comes to cooking. Simply brown ground beef, then mix with corn, black beans, rice, and bell peppers. Layer with whole green chiles and cheese, top with a simple white sauce, and bake. In just 20 minutes, we know who’ll be yelling “olé”!
Buffalo Chicken Casserole
A casserole with a sneaky lick of heat, this dish is for diners looking for dishes with a little kick! Buffalo sauce adds bold flavor, with chicken, cheese, Success® boil-in-bag white rice and a smattering of green onions ensuring that this dish feels like a complete meal, not a mere snack.
Quinoa Green Bean Casserole
A green bean casserole that goes above and beyond, this one is made with Success® boil-in-bag tri-color quinoa for more flavor and more protein in every bite. Beyond that, mushrooms, creamy soup, Parmesan, fried onions and, of course, plenty of green beans, combine to make this dish toasty, tasty and utterly irresistible.
Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole
When this bubbly, cheesy dish lands on the table, nobody will believe that it only took 35 minutes and four simple steps to make! A vegetarian main or side dish you can pair with grilled chicken or fish, this dish features the classic Cheddar-and-broccoli pairing in a brand new way.
One Pot Mexican Rice Casserole
Want to shake things up next taco Tuesday? Instead of the usual, try this Mexican-inspired casserole loaded with pinto beans, vegetables, Success® boil-in-bag white rice and plenty of spice! A one-dish wonder that’s ready in less than an hour, this one can be loaded up at the table with all of your favorite taco toppings.
Indian Spiced Tomato and Rice Casserole
Spiced Success® boil-in-bag basmati rice is the perfect bed for soft-baked eggs in this fortifying casserole. A welcome change from the everyday, this fragrant, saucy dish needs little more than a sprinkling of cilantro and a dollop of yogurt to feel complete. Make it for brunch, weekend lunch or dinner and prepare to be showered with praise.
Baked Pearl Couscous with Chicken Sausage, Kale & Gruyère
This sausage, kale and pearl couscous dish should top any list of easy casserole recipes! Not only does this dish come together in just 35 minutes, it also requires just eight ingredients — many of which you probably already have on hand. Though we love the nutty, sharp tang of Gruyère cheese, substitute it with Cheddar, Swiss or Gouda, if that’s what you have in the fridge.
Creamed Spinach and Rice Casserole
Comfort takes the shape of cheese-flavored Success® boil-in-bag brown rice mixed with spinach, Dijon and salty pops of ham in this homey casserole. Prep this in the morning, then just pop it in a pre-heated oven for a dinner that’s ready in no time, with zero effort.
Mushroom Spinach Lasagna
We trade noodles for Success® boil-in-bag tri-color quinoa in this hearty, homey riff on the classic. Vegetarian as is, flavored with mushrooms, aromatics, tomato sauce, and three types of cheese, this dish would also be delicious with seasoned ground meat added in to the filling.
