15+ Southern Casseroles for Supper

"From what I hear, it's impossible to go to any sort of potluck in Texas and not see one of these," says Chef John. And he may be right. With layers of creamy chicken, fresh veggies, and chewy tortillas, this Southern casserole is irresistible. 

Broccoli and Cheddar are meant for each other, and there's no better example than this popular casserole. Have it on the dinner table in just under an hour for an easy main or side dish.

If you want to serve up the Southern staple of cheese grits to several people, don't fuss with making one bowl at a time. Instead, create this decadent casserole for your next family brunch or breakfast-for-dinner.

Yellow squash is a summertime staple in the South. Enjoy it layered up with sour cream, cheese, and finished off with a crushed cracker topping for a wow-worthy casserole.

Buttery, cheesy, and downright indulgent, poppy seed chicken casserole can get even picky eaters to sit down at the dinner table. "This reminds me of my mom's chicken casserole that I grew up with," shares reviewer Steffliesl. "It's always been my favorite dish of hers."

Somewhere between a side dish and a dip, this flavorful Southern seafood casserole will have everyone asking for the recipe. Tender crab meat is paired up with a trio of cheeses, Cajun seasoning, and sautéed veggies. Serve with crackers for dipping or atop baked potatoes.

With a creamy interior and crunchy top, this beloved corn pudding casserole has all the textures you crave. Reviewer Joy says, "This is a great recipe. I made it once for Thanksgiving and now my family asks me to make it every year!"

This delicious Southern casserole is an all-in-one meal. Hearty chicken, tender vegetables, and flaky biscuits are served up in a single scoop.

Having this casserole as part of your meal can balance out the ratio of sweet and savory. This fruity dish is reminiscent of bread pudding, but with the twist of crushed pineapple throughout.

Try this tamale-inspired meal for your next dinner to take things South of the border. Want it extra hot? Recipe creator Gwendelyn Robinson Grizzle suggests adding a can of Rotel or using a spicy cornbread mix.

You'll forget all about the boxed stuff with one serving of this decadent baked macaroni and cheese. Evaporated milk is the secret ingredient, making the sauce creamy without being too thin.

Excellent for breakfast or dinner, this Southern casserole has everything you could want: sage sausage, shredded potatoes, Cheddar cheese, and plenty of eggs. All you need is a side of toast to complete the meal.

Using a few helpful convenience ingredients, like pre-cooked chicken and canned veggies, this pot pie comes together in a flash. "This was the easiest chicken pot pie I have ever made. My family really loves this," says Mickey52.

There's nothing quite like a recipe from Grandma herself. In this classic version of hash brown casserole, shredded potatoes are layered with Cheddar cheese and a buttery cornflake topping to create a bubbly and golden dish.

"Sweet potato casserole flavored with Tennessee whiskey, brown sugar, and topped with candied pecans," describes recipe creator Rubyduck75. "A rich and comforting take on a classic holiday dish that has been in my family for years."

Somewhere between cornbread and corn casserole, this simple recipe is the epitome of comfort food. Each bite is made with fluffy cornbread mix, tender corn kernels, rich sour cream, and plenty of butter.