14 Easy Casseroles for Game Day

Classic casseroles that will have everyone cheering.

By
Devan Grimsrud
Devan Grimsrud
Devan Grimsrud

Devan Grimsrud is a Berlin-based writer, editor, and recipe developer originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. After working in television production with James Beard Award-winning chef Andrew Zimmern, she relocated to Berlin and became the managing editor at Kitchen Stories, an international digital cooking platform with millions of active users. 

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Updated May 01, 2025
Devan Grimsrud
Cheeseburger pasta casserole seen from above

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When game night rolls around, don't be caught empty handed, scrambling for a crowd pleasing recipe that you're entire family and set of friends will love. In these 14 recipes, you'll find fun, flavorful casseroles and hot dips that are easy to pull together and will do the trick for dinner on any night of the week.

Which one will you make first? Let us know in the comments below and don't forget to take a good look at the tips and tricks from our editors, contributors and readers.

  • Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

    Spoon of Philly cheesesteak lifted from casserole.

    Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

    "Substitute any type of bread for the hoagie roll croutons. You could use a hearty boule loaf or just plain white sandwich bread cut into 1-inch cubes." —Nick Evans, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole in a casserole dish with a spoon (casserole dish missing some casserole / some of the casserole was already served)

    Simply Recipes / Karishma Pradhan

    "You can absolutely substitute the ground beef for a plant-based version; just note that you may need more oil to replace the fat." —Karishma Pradhan, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Grandma’s Corn Pudding

    Corn pudding in a casserole dish (with a bit already spooned out from the corner) next to a table napkin

    Simply Recipes / Sarah Crowder

    "You can halve this recipe for a smaller serving size. Cut the ingredients by half and add to a greased 8x8-inch baking pan. Bake for about 30 minutes." —Sara Bir, Simply Recipes Senior Editor

  • Buffalo Chicken Dip

    buffalo chicken dip warm out of the oven

    "Make sure your cream cheese has softened to room temperature before making this recipe; this makes it easier to mix with the other ingredients." —Megan Keno, Simply Recipes Contributor

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  • Cowboy Casserole

    cowboy casserole in a casserole dish next to a plate with a serving

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Will Dickey / Food Styling by Julian Hensarling / Prop Styling by Christina Daley

    "Some canned tomatoes with green chiles, like Rotel, come in different heat levels. Use mild, medium, or hot, depending on your desired spice level." —Julia Levy, Simply Recipes Recipe Developer

  • Chili Mac and Cheese

    Spoon in Chili Mac Dish
    Aaron Hutcherson

    "The chili mixture is mild in terms of the spice level, so heat seekers might want to add in some crushed red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño." —Aaron Hutcherson, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Easy Taco Casserole

    easy taco casserol in a pot at a table setting with bowls of toppings, chips on a platter, and a bottle of beer

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

    "This taco casserole comes together in no time, but you can break up the prep to make it even quicker. Make the ground beef mixture ahead, storing it in the fridge for up to three days. Don’t add the chips until you’re ready to bake so they don’t get soggy." —Jasmine Smith, Simply Recipes Recipe Developer

  • Hot Reuben Dip

    Hot Reuben Dip
    Summer Miller

    "Make sure to use a lighter-colored loaf of rye bread for the breadcrumb topping, since it's easy to accidentally burn breadcrumbs made from darker bread." —Summer Miller, Simply Recipes Contributor

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  • S'Mores Dip

    S'mores Dip

    Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

    "You can also drizzle Nutella or caramel on top, or sprinkle Oreo crumbles, crushed peppermint, coconut shavings, flaky salt, or any other fun garnishes you may have in your pantry." —Ali Ramee, Simply Recipes Recipe Developer

  • Cheeseburger Casserole

    Casserole Dish of Cheeseburger Casserole with a Serving Already Served Using a Spoon

    Simply Recipes / Dude that Cookz

    "Keeping the cooked pasta separate from the other prepped ingredients prevents the pasta from absorbing too much liquid in storage and getting mushy." —Eric Jones, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Unstuffed Peppers

    spoonful of unstuffed pepper lifted from skillet with more

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Jen Causey / Food Styling by Emily Nabors Hall / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

    "There’s no need to microwave the rice before using; simply add the contents of the package to the skillet." —Laurel Randolph, Simply Recipes Senior Editor

  • Easy Chili Dip

    Bowl of chili dip with a serving in a bowl next to it

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Fred Hardy / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

    "This dip is really good! I think if you use homemade chili, as I did (which is already very meaty), you don't need the extra pound of meat. The tomatoes and onions on top add freshness. Love it!" —Julie, Simply Recipes Reader

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  • Tamale Pie

    A casserole dish with a tamale pie and a piece missing.
    Annika Panikker

    "Make it vegetarian: swap the ground beef for beans and/or brown lentils." —Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder

  • Frito Pie Dip

    Frito pie dip in a cast iron skillet at a table setting with a bag of fritos lays, a single serving of dip on a plate, a small bowl of diced tomatoes, and a beer

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Fred Hardy / Food Styling by Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling by Lindsey Lower

    "Buy one 9 1/2-ounce bag of Fritos Scoops, crush the ones that’ll go on the dip itself, and then use the rest for serving with the dip." —Catherine Jessee, Simply Recipes Test Kitchen Assistant

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