Best 7 Chinese Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Experience a culinary journey to the orient with our authentic Chinese Tuna Casserole recipe. This tantalizing dish blends the harmonious flavors of the East, featuring tender tuna enveloped in a velvety sauce, nestled amidst a medley of succulent vegetables and fluffy rice. Every spoonful promises an explosion of umami, a testament to the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory notes. Along with this classic recipe, we also present exciting variations to cater to diverse palates. Try our Spicy Szechuan Tuna Casserole for a fiery kick, or indulge in the creamy richness of our Tuna Casserole with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. For those seeking a lighter option, our Tuna Casserole with Steamed Broccoli is a delightful choice that doesn't compromise on flavor. Whichever recipe you choose, a gastronomic adventure awaits, transporting you to the heart of China with each bite.

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BAKED TUNA CHOW MEIN CASSEROLE



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You can make this tasty dish in the microwave or oven. It's made with tuna, celery, onions, bell pepper, soy sauce, chow mein noodles, and cream of mushroom soup

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper
1 can (7 ounce size) tuna, drained and gently flaked
1 can (10.25 ounce size) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup chow mein noodles
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/3 cup chow mein noodles, for top of casserole

Steps:

  • Place the butter in a 1 1/2 quart microwave-safe casserole dish. Place in the microwave and cook on high for 30 seconds. Add the celery, onion, and bell pepper. Stir well. Heat on high, uncovered, for 3 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time. If the veggies are still too crisp, cook for another 1-2 minutes. Add the tuna, cream of mushroom soup, chow mein noodles, black pepper, and soy sauce. Stir well then top with the remaining chow mein noodles. Cook in the microwave, uncovered, for 10 minutes on high heat or until the casserole is bubbly in the middle. Serve hot. Alternately, the casserole can be baked at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes or until heated through.

BEST TUNA CASSEROLE



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This is a tuna casserole that even my picky family loves! The potato chips give the casserole a crunchy crust.

Provided by JAICARD

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
¼ cup chopped onion
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen green peas
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, thoroughly mix noodles, onion, 1 cup cheese, peas, tuna, soup and mushrooms. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish, and top with potato chip crumbs and remaining 1 cup cheese.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Carbohydrate 58.1 g, Cholesterol 99.2 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1061.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CAMPBELL'S® TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup flavors a creamy sauce that is mixed with tuna, egg noodles and peas, topped with a crunchy bread crumb topping and baked to perfection.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10.75 ounce) cans Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (regular or 25% Lower Sodium)
1 cup milk
2 cups frozen peas
2 (10 ounce) cans tuna, drained
4 cups hot cooked medium egg noodles
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Stir soup, milk, peas, tuna and noodles in 3-quart casserole.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 30 minutes or until hot. Stir.
  • Mix bread crumbs with butter in bowl and sprinkle over tuna mixture. Bake for 5 minutes more.

CHINESE TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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I took a can of this and a can of that and well you get the idea. What came out at the end was a VERY tasty dish that even the hubby loved!

Provided by CindiJ

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (3 ounce) can mushroom stems, & pieces, drained
1 (6 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups chow mein noodles
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º F and cook elbow macaroni while oven heats.
  • Drain the macaroni and mix all the ingredients together in large bowl mixing well.
  • Pour into 3 quart baking dish. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and golden brown on top. Serve immediately.

CHINESE TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Provided by learen

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c chow mein noodles, divided (can use reg cooked pasta instead)
2 cans 6oz each tuna in water, drained
1/2 c salted cashews
1 c sliced celery
1/4 c chopped green onion
salt and pepper to taste
10 oz can cream of mushroom soup
1/4 c water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. Spray a 10 in baking dish with PAM. In a bowl, combine 1 c of the noodles, tuna, cashews, celery, onion and salt and pepper. Combine mushroom soup and water, then pour over other ingredients. Toss lightly, then turn into baking dish. Top with remaining chow mein noodles. Bake for 15 min or until heated through.

EASY TUNA CASSEROLE



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Tuna, macaroni, creamy soup, cheese and fried onions are all you need to make this super easy tuna casserole that I learned from my roommate. It's great as leftovers, too.

Provided by LMCDEVIT

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups cooked macaroni
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups French fried onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 9x13-inch baking dish, combine the macaroni, tuna, and soup. Mix well, and then top with cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 25 minutes, or until bubbly. Sprinkle with fried onions, and bake for another 5 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 22.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 705.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BEST TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This tuna noodle casserole is the best with a classic creamy taste from my childhood. The sauce is rich and creamy but not overwhelmingly heavy. The crunch from the topping and fresh bite from the parsley create the perfect balance. Let's not forget that this is a great budget-friendly meal to feed a crowd!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
4 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
4 tablespoons salted butter, divided
5 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small white onion, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen sweet peas
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 cup panko bread crumbs
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add egg noodles and 3 teaspoons salt to the boiling water; cook until tender yet firm to the bite, about 6 minutes. Drain noodles. Return to pot and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until mushrooms are softened and onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Add remaining butter; stir constantly until melted. Sprinkle flour over vegetable mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir in milk and stock and bring to a simmer, stirring often. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
  • Add sauce mixture to reserved noodles. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese, peas, and tuna. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Stir together bread crumbs, remaining 2 teaspoons oil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and paprika in a small bowl. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1481.4 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality tuna: Look for tuna that is packed in water or oil, and avoid tuna that is packed in brine.
  • Drain the tuna well before adding it to the casserole. This will help to prevent the casserole from being too watery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your casserole. This will add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
  • Don't overcook the casserole. The tuna should be cooked through, but it should not be dry.
  • Serve the casserole hot with a side of rice or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Chinese tuna casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give Chinese tuna casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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