40 Best Thanksgiving Casseroles That Will Feed a Crowd
They go straight from the oven to the table.
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Some of the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes of all time are casserole recipes. It just makes sense: they're warm and comforting, they'll feed a crowd, and many of them can even double as make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes. Take Ree Drummond's green bean casserole, for instance. It's a holiday favorite along with sweet potato casserole. But there are other non-traditional Thanksgiving recipes that also come in casserole form. Whichever direction you're going for, this list of Thanksgiving casseroles has it all.
Here, you'll find classic Thanksgiving foods like cornbread dressing and mac and cheese along with plenty of fall-inspired recipes like butternut squash casserole. Of course, there are also sweet potato recipes and plenty of cheesy potato ideas that you'll want to make for your next Thanksgiving potluck. Or if you think outside the box (er, casserole dish?), Brussels sprouts casserole and butternut squash lasagna are definitely worth a try!
And this list of Thanksgiving casseroles isn't limited to just the side dishes either. You'll find some main courses like chicken and stuffing casserole, which makes a great alternative for the big roast turkey. The best part is that casseroles are made to go straight from the oven to the table, so that means you won't have to dirty up another serving dish. That's one less thing to clean up and certainly something to be thankful for!
Mashed Potato Casserole
Ree says: "Think of a loaded baked potato. Now imagine that in mashed potato form. Now imagine that in casserole form. This side dish is absolutely delicious." Say no more!
Get Ree's Mashed Potato Casserole recipe.
Cauliflower and Broccoli Casserole with Bacon
It's okay to admit that sometimes the veggies get overlooked on the big day. Well, never again! This creamy, cheesy side dish is a crowd pleaser especially with sprinkles of bacon throughout.
Get Ree's Cauliflower and Broccoli Casserole with Bacon recipe.
French Onion Potatoes au Gratin
What do you get when you combine two classic French recipes into a casserole? Well, you get the best of both worlds! Everyone will be asking for another scoop.
Get Ree's French Onion Potatoes au Gratin recipe.
Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Don't snooze on breakfast just because Thanksgiving dinner is the main focus. Let the layers of hash browns, mozzarella, eggs, pesto, and tomatoes fuel you for the day.
Get Ree's Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole recipe.
Cornbread Stuffing with Chorizo
Give your stuffing an extra kick this Thanksgiving with fresh chorizo and poblano peppers. It'll be the upgrade your feast was looking for, and it only takes 30 minutes to prep.
Get Ree's Cornbread Stuffing with Chorizo recipe.
Green Bean Casserole
This from-scratch casserole recipe is made with sharp cheddar cheese and sliced pimentos so it's perfect for a Southern-style feast.
Get Ree's Green Bean Casserole recipe.
Sausage Stuffing
This savory stuffing recipe is one that you can doctor up depending on your preferences. Use any type of bread you like best or swap the plain pork sausage for spicy Italian—the choice is yours.
Get the Sausage Stuffing recipe.
Turkey Tetrazzini
With a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, hearty chunks of turkey, noodles, and bright green peas, it's no wonder Ree considers this dish one of her "all-time faves."
Get Ree's Turkey Tetrazzini recipe.
Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole
For a post-holiday meal you'll never forget, consider piling all your favorite Thanksgiving leftovers into one casserole dish. Don't forget the cranberry sauce for serving!
Get Ree's Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole recipe.
Leftover Turkey Shepherd's Pie
Keep this recipe handy for the day after your Thanksgiving feast. It's a fun way to repurpose the turkey in a brand new way—topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
Creamy Potatoes with Chives
Like potatoes au gratin? Then you'll love this fun twist. Loads of cream cheese and parmesan make it a decadent bite while the chives give it a fresh zing.
Get Ree's Creamy Potatoes with Chives recipe.
Broccoli Cheese and Cracker Casserole
As Ree says, "There's nothing like the combination of gooey, melty cheese and tender broccoli." This dish will get even the veggie haters begging for more. The Ritz crackers on top are key!
Get Ree's Broccoli Cheese and Cracker Casserole recipe.
Green Bean Casserole with Bacon and Fried Shallots
Update the old classic with fresh green bean, creamy homemade gravy, crunchy bacon, and savory fried shallots. The added texture goes a long way!
Get the Green Bean Casserole with Bacon and Fried Shallots recipe.
Cauliflower Gratin
Here's a fun twist on your typical gratin! It swaps the potatoes for lightened-up cauliflower instead. Don't worry, there's still plenty of creamy sauce and breadcrumbs for topping.
Get the Cauliflower Gratin recipe.
Chicken and Stuffing Casserole
If you're skipping a big turkey this year or you just want a fun main course for your annual Friendsgiving, consider this chicken and stuffing casserole recipe. It tastes just like a Thanksgiving dinner without all the work.
Cajun Green Bean Casserole
It doesn't take much to turn a green bean casserole into something completely new and exciting. Just add Cajun seasoning, bacon, and hot sauce for a spicy kick.
Get Ree's Cajun Green Bean Casserole recipe.
Baked Gnocchi Alfredo
You can think of this dish like an elevated mac and cheese. The ooey-gooey sauce will warm your guests right up!
Get the Baked Gnocchi Alfredo recipe.
Ham Casserole
This casserole is loaded with rice, ham, veggies, and pepper jack cheese so you know it'll keep your guests full and satisfied. Plus, it has that buttery cracker crust that everyone always loves.
Get the Ham Casserole recipe.
Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
The name "au gratin" might sound fancy, but it's really just potatoes, cream, and cheese. It's fairly simple, but as Ree says it's also "exceedingly delicious."
Get Ree's Perfect Potatoes au Gratin recipe.
Brussels Sprouts Casserole
Thanks to smoky bacon and a crispy panko topping, even picky eaters will love this creamy, cheesy veggie side dish.
Get the Brussels Sprouts Casserole recipe.
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