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Here's proof you CAN enjoy casseroles during the summer too!

By the time the warm weather rolls around, most of us are ready to shed our heavy coats and switch up old routines. Some are harder to give up than others, though, and the convenience, comfort, and simplicity of a casserole for dinner is one of them. Fear not: we’re here to tell you that you CAN enjoy a hot, bubbly casserole in the summer. Ditch winter standbys like green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole for summery flavor combinations, fresh produce, and outdoor eating-inspired casseroles. Check out our 25 summer casseroles for ideas—don’t put away that baking dish just yet!

One of the best things about a casserole is its ability to feed a hungry crowd, and that’s no different during the summer. So to “summer-fy” our favorite comfort dish, we looked to our favorite summer activities and flavors for inspiration. Love a weeknight dinner on the grill, but feeling unmotivated (or is the weather not cooperating?) Try our cheeseburger casseroles (including a “skinny” version) or our chili cheese dog casserole. They’ve got everything you crave from a BBQ, without having to stand over a hot grill. Feeling a Mexican food vibe, but don’t want to assemble a million individual-sized options (tacos, quesadillas, etc.)? Try our taco casserole or our chicken enchilada casserole. They’re super easy to throw together, meaning you’ll have more time to whip up some margaritas to go with. Watching the game, and don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen when the big play happens? Try our cheesy jalapeño popper bake, our buffalo chicken casserole, or our tater tot casserole. They’re just as good as your favorite apps, but a TON less work.

During the summer, we love filling our recipes with as much seasonal produce as possible. Casseroles are great ways to use up a bounty of zucchini, eggplant, sweet corn, and even pineapple. Check out our cowboy corn casserole, our squash casserole, our cornbread casserole, our pineapple casserole (trust us), or our vegetarian moussaka (think shepherd’s pie, but with eggplant!) for ideas.

Want more summertime inspiration? Check out our favorite summer salads, summer soups, and summer desserts too.

Instead of rolling all of the enchiladas individually, this casserole speeds up the process by layering everything together in the pan. Skip the store bought enchilada sauce and make your own homemade sauce. You can adjust the heat up or down according to your preference and the flavor is 10x better.

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This summery vegetarian side may be quick and easy, but the colorful shingled veggies make for an impressive presentation. Even the most reluctant vegetable-eaters won't be able to resist that cheesy herbed breadcrumb topping. 😋

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Sure, on paper it doesn’t make sense: canned pineapple with cheddar and buttered Ritz crackers. Seriously? Seriously. The sweet pineapple is baked into a soft, gooey base that's balanced by the sharp cheddar and salty, crunchy crackers on top. The result is a sweet-and-savory dream and a textural paradise you can serve alongside dishes like pulled pork at your next outdoor celebration.

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This casserole is a total guilty pleasure, but we promise, it's worth it. If you're trying to lighten it up, ground turkey or chicken would be a delicious swap out for the beef. If you're really being good (we're impressed!) top the casserole with zucchini tater tots in place of the potato variety.

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Though we kind of hate to admit it, we LOVE Jiffy cornbread mix. It's easy to make, and it's damn good in dishes like this chili and cornbread casserole. If you want to go the homemade route, try halving our delicious homemade cornbread recipe for this recipe. It might turn out even better.

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Turn a caprese salad into a hearty, filling dinner with the addition of quinoa! If you're unfamiliar (or could just use a refresher), check out our guide for how to cook quinoa for best results.

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This casserole is a GREAT option for when you need to feed your crowd before heading to the beach or an amusement park this summer, especially for those who can't handle cutting bagels (or are just indecisive!). If you can't find everything bagels (the horror!), just use extra everything bagel seasoning.

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Canned chili and crescent roll dough makes this recipe ridiculously easy. It can be served as a main course or as a fun addition to any game day party spread. If you've got a little more time on your hands, fancy it up by making your own homemade chili instead of the canned stuff. (Our ultimate beef chili is a good place to start.)

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Coconut milk is truly magical. It takes ordinary rice to tropical heights, turning our chicken and rice casserole into something extra flavorful and summery. We honestly might never cook our rice without it again.

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Listen, we love a big breakfast featuring all the usual suspects—fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, a plate of breakfast sausage, and a pile of sautéed spinach for good measure. But it requires a lot of work, not to mention A LOT of dishes. Enter this egg & hash brown casserole, which delivers all those classic breakfast foods in one single dish (plus a hefty layer of melted cheddar on top, to boot).

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Southern chicken & waffles are the BEST, but getting everything out at the same time can be tricky. When you need to feed a crowd quick, use our freezer waffle and breaded chicken hack instead!

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Moussaka is an eggplant-based dish that is traditionally made with ground beef. We made this vegetarian by swapping the meat in for ground lentils, but don't worry, it's still FULL of flavor. It has a creamy bechamel sauce that goes on top that makes this dish extra comforting too.

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The classic combo of Italian sausage, broccoli rabe, and basil lends itself to a recipe that’s easy to whip up for an impressive summertime breakfast or brunch. If you’re new to adding nutmeg to savory recipes, trust us: it adds a subtle, mysterious note that will have everyone (keto or not!) wondering why this recipe is so delicious and clamoring for more.

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This classic Southern side is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Use storebought ingredients, or leftover grilled corn on the cob and homemade grilled creamed corn to add a unique smoky flavor.

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If you want to make burgers for more than four people, consider this incredibly easy casserole instead. It's hearty, delicious, and WAY easier than flipping a dozen patties on the grill. We topped ours with our favorite burger ingredients (including Big Mac special sauce), but feel free to make swaps!

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This casserole is the perfect thing to make for an easy weeknight summer dinner or to bring to a BBQ potluck. The cheesy, buffalo sauce is so addicting and everyone (even those that are spice-averse!) will love it.

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This crazy casserole is somewhere between a loaded Tex-Mex taco and lasagna, and frankly, we can't get enough of it. The leftovers are even better. If you're not a fan of ground beef, try it with ground turkey or ground chicken instead too.

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Few things are more pleasing than a melty, cheesy square of lasagna. This creamy white lasagna, made extra luxurious from a cheesy béchamel-type sauce called Mornay, is packed with chopped chicken, spinach, mushroom, and fresh, summery herbs.

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This dish came about when we decided to turn one of our go-to sides, cheesy broccoli, into an ooey-gooey, rich and delectable casserole. It's creamy and cheesy, and the Ritz crackers add the perfect buttery crunch that the original desperately needs.

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Turn your favorite summertime snack/appetizer into a cheesy skillet meal. We went with pretty standard nacho ingredients like ground beef, Monterey Jack and cheddar, and sour cream, but feel free to edit this for your favorites (we think our green chile chicken nacho flavors would be great in here)

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Don't be fooled by the veggies—this casserole is full of sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan, and cheddar cheese and topped with Ritz crackers, so it's RICH.

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Friends and family will devour this easy s'mores-inspired French toast casserole. Filled with brioche, marshmallows, and chocolate chips, it's the summery queen of all breakfast bakes.

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Cheese and corn are a match made in heaven. Wanna take this next level? Add a little cowboy caviar to the mix for added protein, flavor, and color.

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Whole-wheat fiber-rich pasta replaces the traditional bun in this cheeseburger-inspired casserole. Adding light cheese and tomatoes instead of ketchup keeps this lower in fat and sugar too. Don't be afraid to clean your plate and ask for seconds!

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Why make jalapeño poppers when you can make an entire casserole for all the spice-lovers in your life? Inspired by our bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, we've added bacon to this noodle-y casserole too—surprisingly, it's beat out by the crunchy panko topping for our favorite part.

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