Casseroles make weekday dinners easy because they are whole meals in one baked dish. Combining chicken, vegetables, cheese, and egg noodles or pasta, they have something for everyone.

Some recipes below are casseroles made with condensed soups and others are made with homemade sauces. Many of these dishes are a snap to prepare, making them excellent options for busy weeknights. To save time, most of these chicken casserole recipes use cooked chicken, whether leftovers or store-bought rotisserie chicken or chicken strips.

Most casseroles can be wrapped and refrigerated overnight, and many can be frozen for 2 or 3 months. When you make a family favorite, consider fixing two of them to keep one in the freezer and bake when needed.