24 Christmas Casserole Recipes to Make in Your 13×9 Pan
Italian Pasta Bake
I love to make this pasta bake whenever I need to bring a dish to pass around. Fresh tomatoes add a nice touch that's missing from most other meat, pasta and tomato casserole recipes.—Karla Johnson, East Helena, Montana
New England Lamb Bake
8 Reviews
Contest Winner
Total Time:1 hour 55 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This dish is hearty and perfect for warming up on a chilly winter evening. The aroma is almost as delightful as the dish itself. —Frank Grady, Fort Kent, Maine
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 356 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 631mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges:3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
Here are more Christmas dinner ideas perfect for frosty weather.
Green Bean Casserole
40 Reviews
Total Time:45 min
Servings:10
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This green bean casserole has always been one of my favorite dishes—it's so easy to put together! You can make it before any guests arrive and keep it refrigerated until baking time. —Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 163 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 485mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
Serve this holiday-ready casserole alongside other vegetarian recipes for Christmas dinner .
Veggie Mac and Cheese
20 Reviews
Total Time:45 min
Servings:12
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This creamy mac and cheese definitely doesn't come from a box! Fresh veggies add crunch and color and will leave everyone asking for seconds. —Marsha Morril, Harrisburg, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 200 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 391mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
Reuben and Rye Strata
4 Reviews
Contest Winner
Total Time:1 hour 15 min
Servings:10
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This make-ahead dish is wonderful for brunch, lunch or supper, and it's so easy to prepare. If you prefer it, substitute turkey pastrami for the corned beef. —Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 382 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 1377mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
Artichoke Spinach Casserole
5 Reviews
Contest Winner
Total Time:50 min
Servings:14
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Although he isn't a fan of spinach, my husband loves this casserole recipe. The combination of ingredients may sound unusual, but the flavors meld well. It's an excellent side vegetable for a formal dinner. —Judy Johnson, Missoula, Montana
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 136 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 249mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
Cavatappi Mac and Cheese
17 Reviews
Total Time:50 min
Servings:10
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Dive fork-first into oodles of noodles baked to bubbly perfection and coated with a to-die-for sharp cheddar cheese sauce in this cavatappi, a grown-up version of mac and cheese. Hot sauce lends mild heat that's delectable with the smoky topping. —Barbara Colucci, Rockledge, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 706 calories, 38g fat (21g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 782mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
Potluck Sausage Casserole
4 Reviews
Total Time:50 min
Servings:10
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Whenever my husband digs in to this pasta casserole full of Italian sausage and veggies, he gets a big smile on his face. I love that! —Jane Davis, Marion, Indiana
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 408 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 1104mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein.
Prosciutto, Egg and Spinach Strata
1 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour 10 min
Servings:6
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This egg spinach strata recipe is one of my favorite things to make for Mother's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas morning! It's a wonderful savory dish that incorporates elements of the cuisine I grew up enjoying. Plus, you can prepare it the night before and just throw it in the oven in the morning for a delicious Christmas brunch . —Danielle Pfanstiehl, Andover, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 478 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 266mg cholesterol, 1430mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein.
Cauliflower Casserole
44 Reviews
Total Time:45 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: To dress up cauliflower, Mom used a delightful mixture of a cheesy sauce, bright red and green pepper pieces and crushed cornflakes. Leftovers were rare. —Linda McGinty, Parma, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 162 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 503mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
Shrimp and Crab Casserole
10 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour 5 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This quick, easy recipe is truly delicious. The succulent, melt-in-your-mouth seafood flavors and textures make for elegant comfort food. To make ahead, just assemble, cover and refrigerate, then bake when ready. —Jan Bartley, Evergreen, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 376 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 195mg cholesterol, 1127mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
Maple Winter Squash Casserole
1 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour 50 min
Servings:12
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This scrumptious casserole combines pumpkin and two other kinds of squash in a creamy, savory mix. The recipe also would work with other squash combos, or just one type instead of three. Have fun with it—you really can't go wrong! —Joanne Iovino, Kings Park, New York
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 337 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 201mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 6g fiber), 5g protein.
Bacon Potato Bake
6 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour 30 min
Servings:12
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: This cheesy potato casserole is always popular. It's a nice change from mashed potatoes and with a bread crumb and crumbled bacon topping, it looks as good as it tastes. —Helen Haro, Yucaipa, California
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 460 calories, 25g fat (14g saturated fat), 142mg cholesterol, 1045mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein.
Christmas Day Chicken
10 Reviews
Total Time:45 min
Servings:16
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: I've been fixing this delicious chicken for Christmas dinner for over 10 years. It's convenient since you refrigerate it overnight, then simply coat with crumbs and bake. It comes out crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. —Marcia Larson, Batavia, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half : 324 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein.
Warm Chicken Tortellini Au Gratin
6 Reviews
Total Time:45 min
Servings:6
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: I have a number of easy, planned leftover recipes in my arsenal, which are especially useful when I'm busy. This is one of my favorites: pasta from Monday plus roasted chicken from Tuesday equals this delicious dish on Wednesday. When paired with a green salad and toasty bread, you have a meal that's fancy enough for company. —Brenda Cole, Reisterstown, Maryland
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 709 calories, 54g fat (13g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 859mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein.
Eggs Benedict Bake with Bearnaise Sauce
7 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour 5 min
Servings:12
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: I've made this recipe for my family every Christmas morning for 10 years—it's a food tradition that we look forward to every year. Part of what makes this dish special is the croissants that make the egg bake extra light and fluffy. —Susan Triplett, Citrus Heights, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece with scant 2 tablespoons sauce: 285 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 200mg cholesterol, 707mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
Dried Cherry & Sausage Dressing
Total Time:1 hour 25 min
Servings:20
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Apples and dried cherries add a sweet-tart flavor to my homemade stuffing. It makes a holiday dinner memorable. —Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 204 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 422mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
Fast Scalloped Potatoes
14 Reviews
Total Time:55 min
Servings:4
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: These quick scalloped potatoes are mildly cheesy, creamy and comforting—just like Mom used to make—only less of them! —Edith Jennings, Prairie City, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 566 calories, 25g fat (15g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 945mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 7g fiber), 18g protein.
Oyster Fricassee
Total Time:45 min
Servings:6
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: I oversee the gardens at Colonial Williamsburg. We've learned that the colonists had a ready source of oysters from Chesapeake Bay. I enjoy this rich, creamy casserole, a special dish from this area's holiday recipe collection. —Susan Dippre, Williamsburg, Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 639 calories, 44g fat (23g saturated fat), 297mg cholesterol, 1024mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
Seafood Casserole
25 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour
Servings:6
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: A family favorite, this rice casserole is filled with plenty of seafood and veggies. It's hearty, homey and so easy to make. —Nancy Billups, Princeton, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 585 calories, 34g fat (5g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 1045mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein.
Broccoli Casserole
80 Reviews
Total Time:50 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Even people who don't like broccoli beg me to make this comforting broccoli cheese casserole recipe. It's similar to a classic green bean casserole, but the melted cheese just puts it over the top. —Elaine Hubbard, Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 359 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
Breakfast Casserole
93 Reviews
Total Time:55 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: For the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, bread and cheese, this is the dish to try. My mom and I like this sausage breakfast casserole because it bakes up tender and golden, slices beautifully and goes over well whenever we serve it. —Gayle Grigg, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 339 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
Chicken Tamale Casserole
17 Reviews
Contest Winner
Total Time:35 min
Servings:8
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: When I serve this Mexican-style casserole, everyone scrapes the plate clean. Offer fresh toppings like green onions, tomatoes and avocado. —Jennifer Stowell, Smithville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 364 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 851mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
Spinach Artichoke Lasagna
32 Reviews
Total Time:1 hour 20 min
Servings:12
Test Kitchen Approved
From the Recipe Creator: Friends of ours served this homey dish when we visited them in Maryland. We just had to get the recipe, and we have since added a few ingredients to make it even tastier. —Carole Rago, Altoona, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 269 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 755mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
