Best 5 Tasty Tortellini Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this tasty tortellini tuna casserole! This hearty dish is made with tender tortellini, flaky tuna, creamy sauce, and a cheesy topping. It's the perfect comfort food for a busy weeknight or a lazy weekend brunch.

In addition to the classic tortellini tuna casserole, this article also includes recipes for a variety of other delicious tuna casseroles. You'll find recipes for tuna noodle casserole, tuna and rice casserole, and even a tuna and potato casserole. So whether you're looking for a classic comfort food dish or something new and exciting, you're sure to find a tuna casserole recipe that you'll love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TORTELLINI TUNA CASSEROLE



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This tortellini tuna casserole is my updated version of the one I loved growing up. The creamy from-scratch sauce is made with fresh mushrooms, garlic, white wine, and peas. Plus, the tortellini cooks right in the sauce - no need to boil it ahead of time.

Provided by April @ Girl Gone Gourmet

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
4 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (4-oz) can white albacore tuna packed in water, drained
1 cup frozen peas
2 cups cheese tortellini
1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a 10-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, onions, and garlic and stir to coat them in the oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and stir. Cook the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, for ten minutes or until they've released their moisture.
  • Add the wine to the pan and, as it simmers, scrape up the browned bits off the bottom of the pan. Add the butter to the pan and stir until it's melted. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and butter and stir.
  • Add the milk and cream to the pan. Stir and bring it to a low simmer and adjust the heat to keep it from boiling. Simmer the sauce for five minutes or so or until it starts to thicken (it should lightly coat the back of a spoon). Add the black pepper, tuna, and peas and stir to combine. Add the tortellini and stir to coat it in the sauce. Transfer the pasta and sauce to a 1 1/12-quart baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the topping over the top of the pasta and sauce in the casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top of the breadcrumbs.
  • Bake the casserole for 30 minutes. Let the casserole stand for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/3 of recipe, Calories 637 calories, Sugar 11.2g, Fat 28g, Carbohydrate 65.8g, Fiber 5.6g, Protein 32.1g

CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Dinner has never been easier than with this updated classic tuna casserole. Full of pantry staples, the dish comes together quickly. Make the casserole sauce, pour it over your favorite noodles, top it with cheese, and bake it off for a new weeknight staple.

Provided by Nichi Hoskins

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
2 cups peas, canned, drained
1 cup carrot, drained
4 cans tuna, packed in water, drained
12 oz egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions and drained
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup butter crackers, crumbled
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch (22 x 33cm) baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened and very fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, flour, Italian seasoning, and salt and cook for another minute, until thickened.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has thickened, 10-12 minutes, stir in the peas, carrots, and tuna.
  • Spread the cooked egg noodles in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the sauce over pasta in the pan and stir to combine. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese and stir to incorporate. Spread the casserole in an even layer, then sprinkle the remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together the cracker crumbs, Parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake the casserole for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 6 grams

TASTY TORTELLINI TUNA CASSEROLE



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Get ready for tremendous flavor when you make this Tasty Tuna Tortellini Casserole! This creamy, cheesy tuna casserole is a dream come true.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen cheese tortellini, uncooked
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup slivered onions
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 oz. (1/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 can (5 oz.) solid white tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Cook tortellini as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, cook mushrooms, onions and garlic in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 5 to 7 min. or until slightly softened, stirring frequently. Stir in chicken broth. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add cream cheese; whisk until melted. Add tuna and peas; mix well.
  • Drain tortellini. Add to tuna mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with cheddar.
  • Bake 15 min. or until tuna mixture is heated through and cheddar is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

TUNA TORTELLINI CASSEROLE



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I stole this idea from one of those dinner assembly place menus. The addition of tortellini as the "noodles" in tuna noodle casserole almost makes it decadent. It is still just a basic tuna noodle casserole recipe - not really meant to be real spicy or or exciting :-) Just comfort food . . .

Provided by WorkingMom2three

Categories     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, flaked
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, 98% fat free
1 cup 2% cheddar cheese or 1 cup swiss cheese, shredded
2 (4 cup) bags frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup skim milk
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with 4 quarts water and put on high heat to boil.
  • Chop onion and celery and saute in a little oil or spray. (Note: Feel free to add mushrooms or peppers, I can barely get away with celery with my family's tastes).
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Add tortellini to water and cook per package directions - you can undercook a little.
  • In a 2 quart casserole, mix tuna, soup, and milk.
  • Add celery and onion mixture to casserole.
  • Drain tortellini and add to casserole. Add cheese and fold in with tuna mixture.
  • Sprinkle with crushed potato chips, bread crumbs, etc., if you desire.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 601.5, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 24.4

TUNA TORTELLINI CASSEROLE



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Necessity is the mother of invention! I threw this one together at the last minute when I had a craving for tuna noodle casserole and didn't have any egg noodles on hand. It is so very yummy!

Provided by Hippie2MARS

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (6 ounce) cans canned tuna, drained (solid white albacore is best)
1 (9 ounce) bag barilla tortellini (there are several varieties. For this recipe, I used the portabello mushroom, but I've tried them al)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (use 2 cans if using solid white albacore tuna)
1 cup frozen green pea
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, separated
1/2 cup crushed potato chips, any variety (you can substitute bread crumbs, chow mein noodles or cracker crumbs)
1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini in boiling water for about 11 minutes, or according to package directions.
  • Turn out into colander and let drain.
  • While the tortellini is draining, combine the tuna, soup, mushrooms and 1 cup of the cheese in the tortellini pot.
  • Add the drained tortellini and the frozen peas; mix lightly to coat.
  • Spoon mixture into an 8X8 square baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Sprinkle crushed chips over casserole.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven for 25-30 minutes.
  • Serve with crusty dinner rolls and a green salad for a complete meal!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 71.3, Sodium 890.6, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 28.8

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses. This recipe calls for Parmesan and mozzarella, but you can also use cheddar, Gruyère, or fontina. The different cheeses will give the casserole a more complex flavor.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini. Tortellini only takes a few minutes to cook, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become mushy. Cook the tortellini according to the package directions.
  • Use a good quality tuna. The tuna is the star of this dish, so make sure you use a good quality tuna. Look for tuna that is packed in olive oil or water, and avoid tuna that is packed in brine.
  • Add some vegetables. If you want to add some more vegetables to the casserole, you can add some chopped spinach, broccoli, or zucchini. These vegetables will add some extra nutrients and flavor to the dish.
  • Serve with a side salad. This casserole is a hearty and filling meal, but it's also nice to serve it with a side salad. A simple green salad or Caesar salad would be a good choice.

Conclusion:

Tortellini tuna casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover tortellini. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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