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16 casserole recipes to bring to your next church potluck

Photographer: Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Breanna Ghazali
Credit: Photographer: Jason Donnelly / Food Styling: Holly Dreesman / Prop Styling: Breanna Ghazali

These casseroles will steal the show.

These casseroles will steal the show.

These casseroles are hearty, comforting, and full of flavor you won't soon forget—and they're absolutely perfect for your next church potluck. Whether you need a main dish, a breakfast recipe, or a savory side, our community members have served these at church with lots of success. They are easy to make, easy to enjoy, and will have everyone asking for the recipe.

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Pineapple Casserole

Pineapple Casserole
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"As a born and bred Southerner, I've enjoyed this authentic dish at every gathering of Southerners I've ever attended from the time I was a very small child," says Allrecipes community member KatMac. "I've seen it served at everything from Sunday family dinners to dinner on the grounds at churches to family reunions to funerals and weddings...it is ALWAYS one of the first dishes to disappear."

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Mamaw's Chicken and Rice Casserole

A casserole dish with cooked chicken and rice on a table near plates and utensils
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"I grew up with this chicken and rice casserole recipe," says Allrecipes community member katiefbenham. "My Grandmother got it from a lady from church at a potluck a long time ago! She passed it down to my mom, and it's always been a family favorite."

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Easy Cabbage Casserole

A tray of cabbage casserole with a portion removed showing shredded cabbage and baked topping in a square dish
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"This cabbage casserole recipe is quick, easy, and so delicious," says Allrecipes community member Joy Miller. "It is a favorite at family reunions and church suppers. Even the kids love it!"

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Holiday Ham and Potato Casserole

A person removing a scoop of holiday ham casserole from a white casserole dish.
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"This recipe was simple and delicious! I used Gruyère as Chef John suggested in his video instead of the sharp white cheddar listed in the recipe," says reviewer CLStevens. "This dish will get eaten first at the potluck, church fellowship breakfast, Easter brunch, office party; wherever you bring it, there will be no leftovers."

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Silver's Savory Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

Silver's Savory Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
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"This is an easy-to-make recipe that is great for potlucks, church gatherings, holidays, or outside gatherings," says Allrecipes community member Silver ShadowWolf. "It is also a non-hassle recipe for you working folks, single folks, or even for kids to make!"

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'Ugly' Chicken Casserole

A baking dish of bacon-wrapped chicken breasts and dried beef in cream sauce
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This recipe originates from a church cookbook from Birmingham, Alabama. "This is a classic 'don't judge a book by its cover' situation," says Senior Editor Corey Williams. "What looks like a beige pile of slop is actually a wonderfully delicious (and super nostalgic) mix of modern and vintage ingredients that, when united in a 9x13-inch baking dish, result in the perfect comfort food dinner for busy weeknights."

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Southern Macaroni and Cheese Pie

Southern Macaroni and Cheese Pie
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"Mac and cheese pie is a staple of all good Southern family dinners, church dinners, and socials," says Allrecipes community member dameionec.

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Ground Beef Spinach Casserole

ground beef spinach casserole topped with cheese in round casserole dish
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"This is a great ground beef and spinach casserole," says Allrecipes community member JNAMCD. "Even my husband, who doesn't care for spinach, likes this one! And it got rave reviews when I took it to a church potluck."

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Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole

Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole
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"We ate this Mexican-inspired breakfast casserole once at a buffet brunch when we were on an organizing group for the church fiestas, and we both liked it so much that I came home and worked on recreating the recipe for our family," says Allrecipes community member rlt11_NMC.

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Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

a serving of Biscuits and Gravy Casserole on a plate with a red baking dish of casserole in the background
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"I got this biscuits and gravy casserole recipe at a church potluck," says Allrecipes community member Angela. "All the flavors blend really well. I've made it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. So far, every time I've served it, I haven't had any leftovers."

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Cornflake Chicken Casserole

Cornflake Chicken Casserole
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"This is a quick casserole, especially if you have leftover chicken on hand," says Allrecipes community member Susanne. "I found this in a church cookbook my grandmother gave to me. With a few modifications, I found this easy and delicious!"

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Easy Sausage Strata

Easy Sausage Strata in a baking dish
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"I make this every year for the Senior Citizen Brunch at our church," says reviewer gigicook. "We prep this on Saturday. It takes about an hour for 100 servings, then pop it in the oven [on] Sunday morning for an easy, delicious meal. Served beside fruit salad and cinnamon rolls...this is a favorite for everyone."

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Impossibly Easy Breakfast Bake (Crowd Size)

Impossibly Easy Breakfast Bake (Crowd Size) in a baking dish next to a plate with a slice
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"I made this for after church and everyone loved it," says reviewer Kathy. "I assembled it the night before and baked it at church during the service. The only modifications I made were to omit the bell pepper, which I abhor, and instead of putting cheese on the top, I just put the extra inside the casserole. It was very good!"

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BBQ Sauerkraut Casserole

BBQ Sauerkraut Casserole
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"My mom used to bring this to our church potlucks 20 years ago," says Allrecipes community member flbeachturtle. "The sour taste from the sauerkraut bakes out of the dish to give it a sweeter BBQ flavor. Serve over smashed boiled potatoes."

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Yum-Yum Corn

Yum-Yum Corn
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"I was looking for something different to take to a church dinner, and this looked good, along with being simple and inexpensive," says reviewer Lisa Jones. "Everyone loved it and raved how GOOD it was and wanted the recipe...Definitely a keeper recipe!!"

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Simply Potatoes Cheesy Hash Browns

A baking dish of Simply Potatoes cheesy hash browns, with a wooden spoon removing a scoop
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"I absolutely love this recipe," says reviewer pinkeie3420. "I have fixed it in many situations and for many dinners, both church and at home, and there's usually none left over."

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