7 Slow-Cooker Casserole Recipes To Rescue Mealtime

If you think casseroles are just for the oven, think again.

Published on August 31, 2024

Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole — Photo: Caitlin Bensel/Southern Living

If you think casseroles are just for the oven, think again. These easy slow-cooker casserole recipes come together in your trusty Crockpot. There's something about these one-dish wonders we can't get enough of, from weeknight dinners to holiday side dishes and weekend breakfasts. There's a slow-cooker casserole for every occasion on this list. When casseroles come in slow-cooker form, you can officially count us in.

01 of 07

Spaghetti Casserole

Reimagine a childhood favorite with a slow cooker spin. We topped it with a combination of Cheddar and Parmesan cheese. This casserole makes it easy to have leftovers all week long.

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02 of 07

Uncle Jack's Mac-and-Cheese

We can't get enough mac and cheese, and this slow-cooker recipe makes it easier than ever. Plus, it serves a crowd. It's great to make as a side dish or as the main meal.

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03 of 07

Easy Enchilada Bake

Enchilada sauce, jarred peppers, salsa, and corn muffin mix are just a few of the convenient ingredients that make this recipe a snap to pull together. Top these enchiladas with cilantro, cherry tomatoes, sour cream, avocado, or scallions. Cook on LOW, but don't overcook this dish either.

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04 of 07

Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole

Everyone's favorite Thanksgiving side (okay, maybe aside from the dressing) gets a weeknight makeover thanks to a bit of help from the trusty slow cooker. Green bean casserole is a Southern classic, and making it in the slow cooker makes it even better. It's creamy, comforting, and fresh.

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05 of 07

Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole

Give the oven a break when it comes to the sweet potato casserole. Just make sure to reserve the marshmallows until the last 15 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped pecans for an extra crunchy texture.

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06 of 07

Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding

Don't let the name fool you—our Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Pudding makes for one crowd-pleasing dinner. Leave enough time for cooking as the breakfast bread pudding can take up to three hours to prepare. Use Dijon mustard for an added zing.

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07 of 07

Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole — Caitlin Bensel

Refrigerated canned biscuits and a slow cooker are the perfect match for an easy weekend breakfast. There’s enough cream cheese frosting to add during cooking and to drizzle on top of the finished dish.

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