When the hankering for a comforting casserole hits, it’s time to break out a can of cream of mushroom soup. With flavor and smooth texture to spare, cream of mushroom soup is an all-star ingredient that will save dinner time after time. We always make sure to have a can or two on hand, just like Mama did.
This old-school staple has long been a staple in our coziest, creamiest recipes, especially classic casseroles. You’ll be hard-pressed to find any version of a King Ranch casserole or Sunday classic Tetrazzini without cream of mushroom soup, but this versatile ingredient goes the distance in other cook-ups too. From dip to lasagna, soup, and pot roast, a can of cream of mushroom soup will pack in the savory flavor and boost the dish to new, creamy heights. Here are our best recipes with cream of mushroom soup.
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Hashbrown Casserole
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This classic casserole owes its comforting creaminess to butter, sour cream, and a can of soup. Swap out this recipe's cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom to make it vegetarian.
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Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
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Hearty chicken and pasta are complemented by gooey cheese and creamy soup in this dish that will warm you to your bones. This super comforting casserole is just what a chilly night calls for.
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Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole
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This slightly spruced-up chicken casserole is fit for company. Long-grain and wild rice mix and a sliced almond topping make this dish elegant while cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese built in comfort.
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Cheesy Skillet-Baked Pork Chops
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Treat your chicken breasts to a delicious coating of sour cream, Cheddar cheese, and seasonings, tied together by either cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup.
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Party Potatoes
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Why should a dish so good be saved for funerals? We enjoy this potato casserole, made with vegetarian cream of mushroom soup rather than cream of chicken, for any and all occasions.
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Leftover Turkey Casserole
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Use yesterday's turkey dinner to make supper tonight that's even better. This rich, creamy dinner will outdo the night before.
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Summer Squash Casserole
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This casserole does it all: It's fancy enough to serve during the holidays, easily feeds a crowd, and doesn't take long prepare.
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King Ranch Chicken Casserole
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In this beloved Texas recipe, pulled chicken, corn tortillas, shredded cheese are flavored by peppers, onions, green chiles, and both cream of chicken and cream of chicken soup.
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Stovetop Chicken Pie
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Even though it's not a casserole, this one-dish cream of mushroom dinner serves up the same level comfort. A family-size rotisserie chicken is the perfect serving for the chopped, cooked chicken this recipe calls for.
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Ham and Noodle Casserole
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Whether you're whipping up a little something-something for family dinner, company, or a potluck, this recipe will do the trick. In addition to cream of mushroom soup, chive-and-onion cream cheese elevates the sauce into a whole new level of deliciousness.
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Creamy Tex-Mex Cornbread Bake
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Boxed cornbread has never tasted so good thanks to hearty and creamy additions. Use low-fat cream of mushroom, ground turkey, and milk if you wish to lighten up this filling meal.
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Italian Casserole
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This casserole is a delicious busy weeknight savior. Prepare Italian Casserole a day in advance for dinner in a pinch.
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Light King Ranch Chicken Casserole
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This lightened-up version of one of our most cherished recipes will satisfy every time. Add fat-free cream of mushroom soup to your grocery list for this recipe.
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Chicken Enchilada Dip
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Here, weeknight favorite chicken enchiladas are transformed into a crowd-pleasing dip thanks to creamy additions like cream of mushroom soup. After 10 minutes of hands-on time, your slow cooker will do the rest of the work.
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Slow-Cooker King Ranch Chicken
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This slow-cooker recipe takes the responsibility of family favorite dinner off your hands. Our version of King Ranch Chicken cooks low and slow to perfection.
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Amy Grant's Pot Roast
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This recipe will become as iconic in your home as Amy Grant herself. For the perfect pot roast, sit back and give your meat and veggies, seasoned with cream of mushroom soup, due time to cook all day.
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Texas-Style Beef Enchilada Casserole
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An all-star hybrid of a classic-style casserole and a Tex-Mex favorite, Texas-Style Beef Enchilada Casserole should be added to your go-to dinner roster pronto. This recipe uses 3 canned ingredients, including cream of mushroom soup, to make weeknight dinner as easy as can be.
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Chicken Cobbler Casserole
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This scrumptious recipe uses grocery store rotisserie chicken as an easy shortcut to delightful dinner. A sourdough topping and roasted peppers set this supper apart from your typical chicken pot pie.
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Quick King Ranch Chicken Skillet
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With so many variations of popular Tex-Mex King Ranch Chicken, we just can't decide which recipe is our favorite. Why not try them all? This skillet version takes advantage of rotisserie chicken and will be ready in just 35 minutes.
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King Ranch Breakfast Strata
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A morning version of our favorite King Ranch bake, this strata's ingredient list includes a can of condensed cream of mushroom soup. It tastes best when assembled the night before, making it the ultimate make-ahead breakfast casserole.
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Chicken Tetrazzini With Prosciutto and Peas
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A done-up take on the classic recipe, this recipe makes one-dish dinner in under an hour. With both cream of mushroom soup and Alfredo sauce, we're not messing around with the creaminess of this casserole.
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Chicken-and-Spinach Lasagna
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When a recipe asks for both cream of mushroom soup and Alfredo sauce, you know that you're about to go into creamy overload. This lasagna couldn't be more comforting if it tried, but you can opt for reduced fat soup and sauce to lighten it up, if you please.
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Snappy Smothered Chicken
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This recipe for Southern favorite smothered chicken is called "snappy" for a reason: It comes together in just 40 minutes. In under an hour, you'll be serving up tasty chicken dinner with a side of nostalgia.
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Cajun Shrimp Casserole
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Seafood casserole takes on a Cajun spin in this recipe. Use cream of shrimp or cream of mushroom for the best flavor and texture.
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Chicken Casserole D'Iberville
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Another chicken casserole that relies on cream of mushroom soup, this chicken D'Iberville hails from Biloxi, Mississippi. Serve it fresh out of the oven or freeze it unbaked for up to a month.
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Mexican Lasagna
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Instead of noodles that typically hold together a traditional lasagna, this recipe calls for corn tortillas. We'll opt for this recipe's cream of mushroom soup and enchilada sauce over tomato sauce any day of the week.
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Classic Green Bean Casserole
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Classic Green Bean Casserole is an essential part of every holiday spread. This traditional version can't be beat and owes it's creamy texture to whipping cream and good ole cream of mushroom soup.
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Chicken Tetrazzini
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For this recipe, make sure to grab the undiluted cream of mushroom soup from the store. You wouldn't want to have anything less than the full effect for this delish dish.
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King Ranch Chicken Soup
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Our soup version of King Ranch Chicken Casserole, this delectable recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Comforting, restaurant-worthy supper has never been snappier.
