9 Warm & Cozy Gut-Friendly Casserole Recipes By Lily Menk Lily Menk Lily Menk is EatingWell’s editorial fellow. As a native Vermonter, Lily combines her hands-on experience with local and sustainable food systems with her background in journalism. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on August 20, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is the senior nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: See More Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali In the mood for a cozy, easy meal that will be just as healthy and nutritious as it is comforting? These gut-friendly casserole recipes are the way to go. Not only do these casseroles cut down on dishes, but they’re also high in fiber, incorporate probiotic-rich foods and have no added sugar, so they’re a gut-healthy option the whole table will love. Grab a deep dish and try our Creamy Cabbage & Sun-Dried Tomato Casserole or our Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole for a hearty dinner to support your gut. Love any of these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save, search and organize your EatingWell recipes all in one place. It’s free! 01 of 09 Creamy Cabbage & Sun-Dried Tomato Casserole Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell This creamy cabbage with sun-dried tomatoes is pure comfort in a casserole dish. Tender, sautéed cabbage melds beautifully with the rich, cheesy sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes add a touch of tangy sweetness that brightens every bite. Serve this warming side with roasted chicken or pork, or over brown rice or another whole grain. View Recipe Save 02 of 09 Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Broccoli & White Bean Casserole photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle This broccoli and white bean casserole is the ultimate comfort food dinner. This hearty dish combines tender broccoli and creamy white beans in a velvety lemon-Parmesan sauce with a bubbly, cheesy top. It’s perfect for cozy family dinners or for bringing to someone as part of a meal train. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad for a meal that feels like a warm hug on your plate. View Recipe Save 03 of 09 Chicken Parmesan Casserole Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali We took the best parts of chicken Parmesan—ooey-gooey cheese, crispy breadcrumbs and plenty of tomato sauce—and spun them into an easy family-friendly casserole. View Recipe Save 04 of 09 Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel This one-pan recipe is the casserole version of spanakopita! It’s hearty enough to enjoy as a vegetarian lunch or dinner, yet versatile enough to serve alongside just about any protein. To make it extra creamy, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream. View Recipe Save 05 of 09 Cheesy Roasted Eggplant Skillet Casserole Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Addelyn Evans Layers of tender eggplant, creamy white beans, ricotta and marinara combine to create a flavorful skillet casserole. Serve this hearty casserole directly from the skillet for a fun presentation. Pair with a side salad for a complete meal. View Recipe Save 06 of 09 Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet Casserole Photographer: Rachel Marek This Southwestern-inspired one-skillet casserole is stuffed with quinoa and plenty of fresh vegetables. Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top. View Recipe Save 07 of 09 Shrimp and Cauliflower Bake This quick and easy seafood casserole gets bright flavor from fresh dill and feta cheese. View Recipe Save 08 of 09 Beef & Black Bean Nacho Casserole Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Sue Mitchell Hominy adds a chewy texture in this healthy casserole, which draws flavor inspiration from nachos. Crushed corn tortilla chips add a crunchy layer to complete the dish. Mild, medium and hot green chiles all work well, so choose what you like best depending on your heat preference. View Recipe Save 09 of 09 Chicken Taco Casserole Fred Hardy (photographer); Jennifer Wendorf (food stylist); Shell Royster (prop stylist) This flavorful chicken taco casserole is packed with veggies, chicken, cheese and crispy tortilla chips and baked to perfection, then topped with fresh tomatoes, crisp iceberg lettuce and creamy avocado—just like a classic taco. Make it your own by swapping out the black beans for pinto beans or adding pepper Jack cheese for some added kick. If you want to keep it mild, opt for a milder taco seasoning and skip the jalapeños. View Recipe Save Explore more: Healthy Recipes Main Dish Casserole Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit