Best 9 A Different Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a unique and delicious twist to the classic tuna casserole? This versatile dish is a staple in many households, but with a few simple changes, you can transform it into something truly special. Whether you prefer a creamy and savory casserole or a lighter and healthier version, there are endless possibilities to explore. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a different tuna casserole that is sure to tantalize your taste buds and impress your family and friends.

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

A DIFFERENT TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this A Different Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LouLouPEI

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 casserole, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) can tuna (drained)
1 (200 g) box Kraft macaroni and cheese
1 (8 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
2 tablespoons chopped green peppers
1/2 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
1 cup crushed saltine crackers (optional)

Steps:

  • Perpare Kraft dinner as usual.
  • Mix KD and rest of ingredients in a casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
  • Crushed crakers can be added to top of casserole before placing in oven if desired. ( we like it with the crackers).

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

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

TUNA CASSEROLE



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Break out a family favorite: tuna casserole. The traditional comfort food is great for serving large groups. In our tuna casserole recipe, we cut the sauce with chicken broth, but there's enough milk to make this casserole feel indulgent.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 pound tubetti or elbow macaroni
1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 ounce Parmesan, grated (2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced small
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 cans (6 ounces each) solid light tuna packed in water, drained and flaked
1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 2 minutes less than package instructions (it will be undercooked). Drain. In a small bowl, toss together panko, Parmesan, and 2 teaspoons oil.
  • In pot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook until softened, 8 minutes. Add flour and whisk to coat onion with flour. Slowly whisk in broth, then milk.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until sauce comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce is thickened, about 8 minutes. Stir in pasta, tuna, and peas and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer tuna mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with panko mixture. Bake until sauce is bubbling and crust is golden, 17 to 20 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

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

DEAR ABBY'S TUNA CASSEROLE



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Different than ALL of the other tuna casseroles out there. An extreme favorite of mine from childhood. You are supposed to use fresh or frozen green peas, but I use canned. You are supposed to use 2% milk, but I use whole. Half the time I make it without the crispy topping.

Provided by Laura O.

Categories     Tuna

Time 30m

Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1 cup green peas
10 3/4 ounces cream of mushroom soup
5 ounces Kraft pimento spread
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
6 1/2 ounces tuna in water, drained
4 ounces egg noodles, cooked and drained
1/4 cup black olives, chopped
1 cup crushed potato chips or 1 cup corn flakes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
  • In medium saucepan, melt butter, saute onion until tender.
  • Add soup, cheese spread, tuna, milk; heat, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted.
  • Add noodles, peas, and olives; mix well.
  • Spoon mixture into greased 2-qt. casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with potato chips or cornflakes.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.9, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 41.3, Sodium 539.1, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.6, Protein 13.2

HOMEMADE TUNA CASSEROLE



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There are lots of tuna casserole recipes on this site, but this one seems to be a bit different. It uses a homemade basic white sauce instead of canned soup, and also incorporates hardboiled eggs, which adds a nice dimension to the flavor. My friend shared this recipe with me, and I think the extra effort is worth it!

Provided by AngelaTN

Categories     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
3 cups wide egg noodles, cooked and drained
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Melt butter in saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add flour and pepper, mixing well.
  • Slowly stir in milk.
  • Heat to boiling, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  • Combine cooked noodles, white sauce, tuna and eggs in greased casserole dish.
  • Top with cheddar cheese.
  • Bake at 375 for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.9, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 215.7, Sodium 316.7, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1, Protein 36.6

INDIVIDUAL TUNA CASSEROLES



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Tuna casserole gets updated with this unique and flavorful recipe. Friends and family will love the appeal, not to mention that it's lower in saturated fat and calories. -Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
1 can (12 ounces) albacore white tuna in water
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/4 cups water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
3 tablespoons chopped onion
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped
2 tablespoons Greek olives, chopped
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1 tablespoon capers, drained
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the tuna, soup, artichokes, sour cream, peppers, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, dill, capers, garlic, lemon zest and pepper flakes. Drain pasta; stir into tuna mixture. Divide among six 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups., In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle over tuna mixture. Place ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered at 350° until golden brown, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 801mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality canned tuna for the best flavor.
  • Add vegetables to the casserole for a healthy boost. Some good options include cooked peas, carrots, celery, or broccoli.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the casserole for a rich and creamy flavor. Cheddar, Parmesan, and Monterey Jack are all good choices.
  • Serve the casserole with a side salad or vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Tuna casserole is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This recipe for a different tuna casserole is a great way to change things up and try something new. With its unique combination of flavors and textures, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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