Best 8 Overnight Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of delectable tuna casserole recipes, crafted to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic overnight tuna casserole, a harmonious blend of tuna, savory vegetables, and a creamy sauce, baked to perfection, to the innovative tuna noodle casserole, a delightful symphony of tender noodles, tuna, and a velvety sauce, each recipe promises a unique gastronomic experience. Explore the depths of flavor with the tuna and rice casserole, a comforting casserole that combines tuna, fluffy rice, and a creamy sauce, baked until golden brown. And for a lighter option, try the tuna casserole with vegetables, a vibrant medley of tuna, fresh vegetables, and a light sauce, baked to create a healthy and satisfying dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TUNA CASSEROLE



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This cheesy Tuna Casserole has a made-from-scratch sauce and a crunchy parmesan topping that puts this classic recipe over the top. Your family will love this version!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces egg noodles
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 white onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 cups frozen peas
2 6 ounce cans solid white albacore tuna
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2-3 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and lightly grease a 9x13 pan. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. Drain and add pasta to prepared pan.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add in onion and saute 5 to 7 minutes, until softened. Stir in garlic and flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth and milk and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  • Once mixture has thickened, stir in peas, and tuna. Pour over pasta in the 9x13 pan. Add in cheddar cheese and toss to coat.
  • In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together bread crumbs, parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the pasta.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until bread crumbs are lightly browned. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721 kcal, Carbohydrate 75 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Sodium 957 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY TUNA CASSEROLE



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Tuna Noodle Casserole combines flaky tuna and tender egg noodles in a cheesy creamy sauce.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Casserole     Dinner

Time 33m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups egg noodles
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion (diced)
2 stalks celery (diced)
⅔ cup frozen peas (defrosted)
1 can tuna (5-6 ounces, drained)
10 ½ ounces condensed mushroom soup
⅓ cup milk
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon parsley
½ cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
½ cup cheddar
1 tablespoon parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine topping ingredients and set aside.
  • Boil noodles al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Cook onion and celery in butter until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • In a large bowl combine noodles, onion mixture, peas, soup, milk, cheese, tuna and parsley. Mix well.
  • Spread into a 2qt casserole dish and top with crumb topping.
  • Bake 18-20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 689 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1.25 cup

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

OVERNIGHT TUNA CASSEROLE



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Shirley also shares this update of an old-time favorite-comforting tuna casserole. "This may be the easiest tuna macaroni casserole ever," she informs. "I prepare it the night before, and then just pop in the microwave. There's no need to precook the macaroni, so there's really no fuss."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup whole milk
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine soup and milk until smooth. Add the tuna, macaroni, peas, onions and 3/4 cup cheese; mix well. , Pour into a greased 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Microwave, covered, on high for 10-12 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese and let stand for 5 minutes or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 940mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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

OVERNIGHT TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Overnight Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by barbacious

Categories     Tuna

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 3/4 ounces condensed cream of celery soup
1 cup milk
6 1/2 ounces tuna, drained
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Mix soup and milk in a 2 quart microwave safe bowl.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients, reserving 1/4 cup cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 12 hours.
  • Microwave (with a lid on the bowl) 12 to 15 minutes, until bubbly.
  • Sprinkle with reserved cheese and let stand uncovered 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.6, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 64.1, Sodium 842.6, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 26.3

OVERNIGHT TUNA CASSEROLE



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No need to heat up the house on these hot and muggy days of summer. just pop this casserole in the microwave and it's ready to enjoy.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup milk
1 (6 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, divided

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine soup and milk until smooth. Add tuna, macaroni, peas, onions and 3/4 cup cheese; mix well.
  • Pour into greased two-quart microwave-safe dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Microwave covered on high for 15-17 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and let stand for five minutes or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.2, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 62.1, Sodium 802.3, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 25.4

OVERNIGHT TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make ahead for dinner later! Total comfort food.

Provided by Jan Cook

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 2/3 c macaroni, elbow uncooked
2 can(s) tuna, packed in water, drained and flaked (6 oz)
1/2 c green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 c onion, finely chopped
1 Tbsp pimientos, chopped
2 can(s) condensed cream of mushroom soup (10-3/4 oz)
2 c milk
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
optional panko breadcrumbs on top

Steps:

  • 1. Grease 3-quart casserole. In large bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Spoon into grease casserole. Cover; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • 2. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Allow casserole to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  • 3. Uncover casserole; bake at 375 F for 60 to 70 minutes or until thoroughly heated and bubbly.

Tips:

  • Use canned tuna in water, not oil. This will help to reduce the amount of fat in the casserole.
  • If you don't have cream of celery soup, you can substitute cream of mushroom soup.
  • Add a handful of chopped fresh parsley or dill to the casserole before baking. This will add a fresh flavor.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of rice or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

This overnight tuna casserole is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a budget-friendly meal that can be made with pantry staples. The casserole is made with a combination of tuna, celery, onion, and cream of celery soup. It is then topped with a buttery Ritz cracker topping and baked until golden brown. The casserole can be served with a side of rice or mashed potatoes.

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