Best 2 Quick And Easy Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Craving a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than tuna casserole! This classic dish is a family favorite for a reason—it's creamy, cheesy, and satisfying, yet surprisingly simple to make. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover tuna.

Our collection of tuna casserole recipes offers something for everyone, from classic tuna noodle casserole to more creative variations like tuna and potato casserole and tuna and broccoli casserole. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a comforting dish for a special occasion, we've got you covered.

Our classic tuna noodle casserole recipe is the perfect place to start. It's made with just a few simple ingredients and can be on the table in under an hour. If you're looking for something a little more unique, our tuna and potato casserole is a great option. It's made with creamy potatoes, tuna, and vegetables, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. And for a lighter take on tuna casserole, our tuna and broccoli casserole is a great choice. It's made with tender broccoli, tuna, and a creamy sauce, and it's sure to become a new favorite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND EASY TUNA CASSEROLE



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Quick and Easy Tuna Casserole is perfect for the busy mom!

Provided by Jennie Ridgeway

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
2 cups frozen green peas
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 onion, chopped
10 slices American processed cheese
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles and frozen peas. Cook until noodles are al dente, drain well. Return noodles and peas to the pot.
  • Mix soup, tuna fish, onions, processed cheese and pepper into the pot. Stir constantly until all of the ingredients are well mixed and the cheese has melted. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.8 g, Cholesterol 111.6 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 38.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 1828.1 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

QUICK AND EASY STOVE-TOP TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Quick and Easy Stove-Top Tuna Noodle Casserole image

This recipe is as easy as making a box of macaroni and cheese (almost), and it's a one dish comfort meal. I've been making this as long as I can remember, and don't think I ever had a recipe for it. When I made it this week, I looked to see if it was posted, and I could only find recipes with "cream of whatever" soup or sour cream, and most of them required baking in the oven. This recipe is creamy and delicious from the simple bechamel (white) sauce. This is a flexible recipe, too. I love to use a generous amount of a mixed pepper blend, freshly ground, for seasoning because I don't like bland food. I've also used lemon pepper seasoning, and/or freshly snipped chives and parsley. It's up to you to choose your favorite seasoning or herbs to go nicely with the tuna. Tuna noodle casserole is one of the most popular American casseroles, and is common is any region of the U.S.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, less if you prefer less spice
1 -2 tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs, such as chives (optional) or 1 -2 tablespoon parsley (optional)
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained (I prefer albacore solid packed in water)
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
8 ounces wide egg noodles, cooked

Steps:

  • Cook the egg noodles.
  • During the last few minutes add the frozen peas to the simmering noodles; then drain.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour, and continue whisking for about 2 minutes or until the flour butter mixture starts to turn a beige color (a very light colored roux).
  • Continue whisking and slowly add 1 of the cups of milk, incorporating the liquid as you whisk; then add the remaining 1 cup of milk.
  • Let it come to a gentle boil, stirring regularly to keep from burning on the bottom of the pan as it thickens.
  • When it's thick enough to coat a spoon and leave a strip behind where you ran your finger through the coating on the spoon, it's ready to add the drained tuna.
  • Break up the solid tuna chunks with a fork and mix throughout the sauce.
  • Add the salt, pepper, and any seasonings or herbs.
  • Pour the tuna sauce over the noodles and peas, and serve.

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of celery soup.
  • Add a cup of frozen peas or corn for a pop of color and extra vegetables.
  • If you don't have any egg noodles, you can use macaroni or penne pasta instead.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and then refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake it, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of salad or steamed vegetables.

Conclusion:

This quick and easy tuna casserole is a delicious and budget-friendly meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this tuna casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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