There’s a certain comfort in knowing you’ve got 11 Thanksgiving casseroles that can hold their own next to the main dish. Some lean cozy, some feel a little more festive, but all of them bring that steady holiday energy people look for. The fun part is choosing whichever fits the vibe you want: big gathering, small circle, or something in between. I keep collections like this close because they make the season feel easier to handle.
Broccoli Rice Casserole with No Canned Soup. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.
Southern Ground Beef & Baked Bean Casserole
Southern Ground Beef & Baked Bean Casserole. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
If there’s ever a casserole that feels like Thanksgiving nostalgia baked into one dish, this Southern Ground Beef & Baked Bean Casserole might just be it. With its comforting layers and hearty flavors, it calls to the taste of home that connects back to those big, belly-filling holiday dinners. It’s simple, enjoyable, and always leaves the room wanting just one more spoonful. Trust me, it’ll hold its own on the table.
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Grandma’s Mashed Potato Casserole
Grandma’s Mashed Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.
When potatoes show up at Thanksgiving, it’s usually mashed, roasted, or baked, but this mashed potato casserole takes things to a whole new level. Creamy doesn’t even begin to describe it; this dish is downright melt-in-your-mouth indulgence. It’ll have that one relative sneaking an extra scoop (you know the one). It’s the kind of side you never forget on a holiday spread.
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Chicken Spaghetti
Chicken Spaghetti. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
You know how some dishes just make the table feel like home? This Chicken Spaghetti does exactly that. It’s the kind of casserole you spot from across the room and know it’s going to be good. Packed with hearty flavors and ready to fill the plate, it works just as well as a main dish as it does as a side for Thanksgiving. Your seconds might just turn into thirds.
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Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Twice-Baked Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.
If you’re looking for a dish that feels like pure indulgence wrapped in tradition, this Twice-Baked Potato Casserole fits the bill. Loaded with flavor and designed for those who live for rich, creamy textures, it’s the kind of thing people will ask you for the recipe after just one bite. Perfect for family dinners or potluck-style gatherings, it’s impossible not to love.
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Tini’s Mac & Cheese with a Twist
Tini’s Mac & Cheese with a Twist. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
Let’s be honest, mac & cheese belongs at every holiday. This mac & cheese casserole shakes up the classic version with a little twist no one sees coming, but everyone welcomes by the first bite. Creamy, cheesy, and just different enough to stand out alongside the turkey, it’s one of those dishes that make you remember why casseroles rule Thanksgiving.
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Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie
Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.
Take a comforting pot pie, add flaky biscuits on top, and suddenly you’ve got a casserole that feels like it was made for Thanksgiving. This Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie balances savory chicken and creamy goodness with that buttery biscuit crust that’ll have everyone digging in for seconds. It’s cozy, satisfying, and one of those rare dishes that make a holiday table feel complete.
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Smoked Mac & Cheese
Smoked Mac & Cheese. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
Thanksgiving is the one time you can get away with serving more than one mac & cheese dish, but this Smoked Mac & Cheese? It’s in a league of its own. The smoky flavor adds an edge that totally changes the game on cheesy casseroles. It’s what you bring to the table when you want people to wonder just how you made it taste so good. Get ready for rave reviews.
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Vintage Chicken Divan
Vintage Chicken Divan. Photo credit: Retro Recipe Book.
There’s something so timeless about Vintage Chicken Divan, and this vintage casserole has survived the decades for a reason. Combining comforting layers of chicken and a creamy sauce with just the right hint of flavor, it’s the ultimate throwback dish that still takes center stage on big holiday spreads. Nostalgic, satisfying, and somehow always a favorite.
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Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
Thanksgiving without this Sweet Potato Casserole just wouldn’t feel right. Whether you love the classic version topped with something warm and sweet or prefer it a little simpler, this is always the dish that pulls the feast together. With its balance of holiday vibes and downright dessert-worthy goodness, it’s the thing your plate isn’t complete without.
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Classic Corn Pudding Casserole
Classic Corn Pudding Casserole. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.
Some recipes just feel like they belong on the Thanksgiving table. This Classic Corn Pudding Casserole is one of those dishes. It’s rich but not fussy, sweet yet savory, and absolutely the kind of comfort food that disappears so fast you might wonder why you didn’t make two. Whether it’s your first time trying it or your tenth, one thing’s for sure: it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
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Broccoli Rice Casserole with No Canned Soup
Broccoli Rice Casserole with No Canned Soup. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.
For a Thanksgiving meal that sneaks in just a little greenery, this Broccoli Rice Casserole with No Canned Soup strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and comforting. Packed with creamy goodness and vibrant bites of broccoli, it’s proof that veggie-based casseroles can hold their own on the table. It’s always that dish that people are surprised they love so much.
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