Best 6 Quick And Easy Tuna Pasta Bake Recipes

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Craving a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this tuna pasta bake. This dish is a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. Made with simple ingredients like tuna, pasta, cheese, and a creamy sauce, this tuna pasta bake comes together in no time.

In this article, we'll provide you with two delectable tuna pasta bake recipes. The first recipe is a classic tuna pasta bake that features a creamy sauce made with butter, flour, milk, and cheese. The second recipe is a lighter version that uses Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cheese to create a healthier yet equally delicious dish. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your personal preferences, making them perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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

CREAMY TUNA PASTA BAKE



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Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake - a classic meal that everyone loves - made with mostly store-cupboard ingredients!

Provided by Nicky Corbishley

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

400 g (14 oz) rigatoni pasta
3 tbsp butter
1 onion (peeled and chopped finely)
40 g (1/3 cup) plain/all purpose flour
600 ml (2.5 cups) milk
250 g (2.5 packed cups) strong cheddar, grated
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
320 g (11 oz) canned tuna (albacore tuna if possible) (drained and flaked)
330 g (11.5 oz) canned sweetcorn (, drained)
150 g (1 cup) frozen petit pois
chopped parsley to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/350f.
  • Boil a large pan of water, add the pasta and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Whilst the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan, add in the onion and cook on low for 6-8 minutes until the onions are very soft.
  • Turn up the heat to medium and stir in the flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly add the milk, using a whisk to stir (just stir, don't whisk) it in.
  • Once all the milk is incorporated, continue to heat whilst stirring until the sauce thickens. Then stir in 2/3 of the cheese until melted. Season with the salt and pepper.
  • Drain the pasta and pour into a 20x30cm baking dish. Pour over the white sauce, then add the tuna, sweetcorn and petit pois.
  • Mix together, then sprinkle on the remaining cheese.
  • Bake in the oven for 15-20 mins until the cheese is golden brown. Top with a sprinkling of parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690 kcal, Carbohydrate 66 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Sodium 547 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY TUNA PASTA BAKE



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A simple cheesy tuna bake that's filling and guaranteed to be a hit with the kids

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

400g fusilli pasta
100g frozen pea
50g butter
50g plain flour
600ml milk
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 x 195g cans tuna , drained
4 spring onions , sliced
198g can sweetcorn , drained
100g cheddar , grated

Steps:

  • Bring a pan of water to the boil. Add the pasta and cook, following pack instructions, until tender. Add the peas for the final 3 mins cooking time.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan over a medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 mins. Add the milk, whisking constantly, then slowly bring to the boil, stirring often, until sauce thickens. Remove from the heat, add the mustard and season well.
  • Heat the grill to medium. Drain the pasta and peas, then return to the pan and stir in the tuna, spring onions, sweetcorn and sauce. Tip into a shallow baking dish, top with the cheddar and cook under the grill for 5 mins or until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 41 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

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

EASY TUNA PASTA BAKE



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Looking for an easy midweek dinner option? Try this extremely simple yet delicious creamy tuna pasta bake with lots of Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14.6 ounce) package penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
3 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ¼ cups grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and toss pasta with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an ovenproof baking dish.
  • While penne is cooking, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tuna and cook for 2 minutes. Pour heavy cream over tuna and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add penne and toss well. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 857.2 calories, Carbohydrate 79.9 g, Cholesterol 139.5 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 48.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 517.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

TUNA PASTA BAKE



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Whip up this cheap treat using storecupboard ingredients, tinned tuna and sweetcorn

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Pasta

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

600g rigatoni
50g butter
50g plain flour
600ml milk
250g strong cheddar, grated
2 x 160g cans tuna steak in spring water, drained
330g can sweetcorn, drained
large handful chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4.
  • Boil 600g rigatoni for 2 mins less time than stated on the pack.
  • To make the sauce, melt 50g butter in a saucepan and stir in 50g plain flour.
  • Cook for 1 min, then gradually stir in 600ml milk to make a thick white sauce.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in all but a handful of the 250g grated cheddar.
  • Drain the pasta, mix with the white sauce, two 160g drained cans tuna, one 330g drained can sweetcorn and a large handful of chopped parsley, then season.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and top with the rest of the grated cheddar.
  • Bake for 15-20 mins until the cheese on top is golden and starting to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 15 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 99 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.43 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked tuna. You can find it in cans or pouches.
  • If you don't have any pasta sauce, you can use a jar of tomato sauce instead.
  • Add some chopped vegetables to the pasta bake, such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
  • Top the pasta bake with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before baking.
  • If you want a crispy topping, broil the pasta bake for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This quick and easy tuna pasta bake is a delicious and satisfying meal that can be on the table in under an hour. It's perfect for busy weeknights or when you're short on time. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this tuna pasta bake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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