Freezable Casseroles You Can Make In An 8x8 Dish

These freezer-friendly casseroles are ideal for busy weeknights or unexpected company.

While there's no denying our 9x13 casserole dish will always be first in our heart, 8x8 pans certainly have an upside. They take up less freezer space and are ideal for weeknight dinners for families of four or less. Fun fact: If a recipe calls for an 11x7 dish, you can substitute an 8x8 dish because it's deeper and still holds the same volume. Taking a day to prep a few meals to keep your freezer stocked can help make busy weeknights less stressful and will come in handy when you have last-minute company drop by.

Poppy Seed Chicken

A short ingredient list and minimal prep time make this classic casserole a winner in our book. When making ahead and freezing, save the cracker mixture to add when you're ready to bake.

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Two of our favorite casseroles come together to create one irresistible dish.

Hashbrown Casserole

This classic, cheesy casserole is one that should always be stocked in the freezer ready for weekend guests or a lazy Saturday morning.

Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

You won't even miss the meat in this flavor-packed vegetarian lasagna.

Macaroni Corn Casserole

We took two Southern favorites, corn casserole and macaroni & cheese, to create one delicious dish.

Chicken Casserole D'Iberville

This recipe will fill three 8x8 dishes, perfect for sharing with friends and family, or eating some now and freezing the rest for later.

Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Reserve the bread mixture for when you're ready to pop this savory casserole into the oven.

Old-School Squash Casserole Recipe

Creamy, yellow squash casserole is a Southern staple and it's best with in-season vegetables. Make the dish with seasonal produce and freeze for later.

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

You won't think twice before making a double batch—one for now, one for the freezer. Let the dish come to room temperature before popping it in the oven.

Shrimp and Grits Casserole

The taste of a Southern classic all in one casserole. Freeze the shrimp mixture separately and serve on top.

Meal Prep Couldn't Be Easier With These Casseroles

Tomato-Basil Lasagna Roll Ups

Make these roll ups and keep them in the freezer for coming to the rescue on busy weeknights.

Chicken 'n' Spinach Pasta Bake

This Italian-inspired bake is great to keep on hand for weekend dinners or last-minute guests.

Spinach-Ravioli Lasagna

Cheese-filled ravioli makes this lasagna bake extra cheesy.

Easy Cauliflower Casserole

Looking for a kid-friendly vegetable side, look no further than this cauliflower casserole loaded with cheese and breadcrumbs.

Easy Taco Casserole

Make taco night even easier with this family-friendly freezer dinner.

Fennel-and-Potato Gratin

This potato and fennel side dish is company-worthy and full of flavor.

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