17 Old-Fashioned Church Potluck Casseroles That Fed a Crowd

Old-fashioned church potluck casseroles were built to do one thing really well. Feed a crowd and make everyone feel at home. These hearty dishes filled long tables in fellowship halls, showed up in handwritten recipe binders, and never failed to bring comfort with every scoop. From creamy classics to baked favorites that stretched simple ingredients, these casseroles are the reason no one ever left a potluck hungry.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Chicken Noodle Casserole
Chicken Noodle Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Tender chicken, egg noodles, and creamy sauce baked into a classic comfort casserole that feeds a crowd.
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Poppy Seed Chicken

Poppy Seed Chicken
Poppy Seed Chicken. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Creamy chicken casserole topped with buttery Ritz crackers for an elegant yet easy potluck favorite.
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Casserole

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Casserole (From Scratch)
Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

From-scratch scalloped potatoes with ham, onion, and bell pepper for extra flavor and heartiness.
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Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole

 Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole
Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Budget-friendly casserole made with ground beef, cheese soup, and crispy tater tots on top.
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Easy Southern Chicken and Dressing Casserole

Easy Southern Chicken and Dressing Casserole
Easy Southern Chicken and Dressing Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Savory chicken baked with cornbread dressing for a classic Southern church supper dish.
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Sour Cream Noodle Bake

Sour Cream Noodle Bake
Sour Cream Noodle Bake. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Ground beef, noodles, sour cream, cottage cheese, and cheddar baked into cozy comfort food.
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Spaghetti Casserole

Spaghetti Casserole
Spaghetti Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Baked spaghetti loaded with ground beef, sausage, mushrooms, and rich tomato sauce.
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Tuna Mushroom Casserole

Tuna Mushroom Casserole
Tuna Mushroom Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Old-fashioned tuna casserole with mushrooms, creamy sauce, and a buttery saltine topping.
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Chicken Tetrazzini

Chicken Tetrazzini
Chicken Tetrazzini. Photo credit: Vintage Recipes.

Creamy baked pasta with chicken and mushrooms, perfect for feeding a large group.
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Ground Beef Chow Mein Casserole

Ground Beef Chow Mein Casserole
Ground Beef Chow Mein Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Retro Chinese hamburger casserole made with ground beef, noodles, and savory sauce.
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Shipwreck Casserole

Shipwreck Casserole
Shipwreck Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Hearty layered casserole with ground beef, potatoes, beans, and tomato sauce.
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Nostalgic Tuna Mornay

Nostalgic Tuna Mornay: The Ultimate Comfort Food Makeover
Nostalgic Tuna Mornay. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Creamy, cheesy tuna casserole with a crunchy topping, ready in about 45 minutes.
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Double Potato Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

Double Potato Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole
Double Potato Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Meat-and-potatoes casserole made with ground beef, hashbrowns, and tater tots.
Get the Recipe: Double Potato Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

Cheesy Chicken and French Onion Soup Casserole

Cheesy Chicken and French Onion Soup Casserole
Cheesy Chicken and French Onion Soup Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Savory chicken bake with caramelized onions, provolone, and rich French onion flavor.
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Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole

Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole
Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole. Photo credit: Walking On Sunshine Recipes.

Cheese tortellini baked in creamy tomato sauce and topped with melty mozzarella.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole

Easy Baked Turkey Pasta Casserole

Easy Baked Turkey Pasta Casserole
Easy Baked Turkey Pasta Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Creamy turkey pasta casserole that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or using leftovers.
Get the Recipe: Easy Baked Turkey Pasta Casserole

Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole. Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

All the flavors of chicken cordon bleu are baked into a cheesy, crunchy family-style casserole.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

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