Best 7 Cheesy Chicken Tuna Casserole Recipes

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If you're a comfort food fanatic craving a cheesy, creamy, and protein-packed dish, cheesy chicken tuna casserole is the recipe for you! This delectable dish is a satisfying blend of tender chicken, flaky tuna, a creamy cheese sauce, and a crunchy topping that perfectly combines comfort and flavor. With easy-to-follow instructions and a short list of pantry staples, you can have a homemade cheesy chicken tuna casserole ready to warm your soul in minimal time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat the oven, and prepare to embark on this culinary journey to create a dish that will undoubtedly become a family favorite.

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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

CHEESY CRUNCHY NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces egg noodles
1 1/4 cups small-curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup sliced green onions, plus more for garnish
2 cups crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the egg noodles until al dente as per the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese and sour cream. Add plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Add to the noodles and stir. Add the Cheddar and green onions, then stir.
  • Add the contents of the bowl to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and bake for 15 minutes. Remove and top with the potato chips. Return to the oven and bake until golden, another 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with green onions, then serve.

EASY CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE



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A quick and easy main dish. Serve with green salad.

Provided by Wendi

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package medium seashell pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (15 ounce) can mixed vegetables, drained
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the water to prevent sticking. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, canned tuna, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Gently fold pasta into the soup mixture and mix thoroughly. Pour pasta and soup mixture into a 11x7 inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1697.1 calories, Carbohydrate 190 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, Fat 67.7 g, Fiber 15.6 g, Protein 85.6 g, SaturatedFat 33.6 g, Sodium 2353.6 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

LAYERED CHEESY TUNA AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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A family favorite! --- I would recommend to slice the zucchini fairly thick and you may want to add in some chopped green bell pepper also if desired, I have even substituted cooked chicken breast in place of tuna with great success, I like to combine both mozzarella and cheddar cheeses but of coarse one or the other may be used, I also add in 1 teaspoon garlic powder to the sour cream mixture.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Tuna

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chunk tuna (I use all white tuna, but light may be used also, or use both)
4 cups wide egg noodles (uncooked)
1 celery rib, diced
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (rubbed between fingers to release flavor)
salt and pepper (I use about 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt)
1 medium zucchini, sliced
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 large firm roma tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the egg noddles in boiling water according to package directions; drain and rinse under warm water, then set aside.
  • Drain the tuna and flake with a fork.
  • In a large bowl, combine tuna, cooked egg noodles, celery and onions; mix well to combine.
  • In another small bowl, combine sour cream, mustard powder, mayo, Parmesan cheese, milk, thyme, salt and pepper; add into the tuna mixture and toss well to combine.
  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Spoon HALF of the mixture into prepared dish.
  • Top with HALF of the sliced zucchini.
  • Then sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  • Top with noodle mixture then remaining zucchini.
  • Sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  • Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and uncover, sprinkle with grated mozzarella cheese, return to oven (uncovered) and bake for another 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle chopped tomato over casserole before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.3, Fat 45.4, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 140.9, Sodium 1059.1, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.9, Protein 41.3

CHEESY TUNA CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from an old Pillsbury book. They had the lighter, healthier version vs the older higher fat version. I opted for the higher fat version....its comfort food, don't mess with it! (if you want to make the ligher version just substitue low fat milk, reduced fat cheese and 98% fat free soup)

Provided by Reggies Mom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 ounces uncooked macaroni
1 cup milk
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
1 (10 1/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (6 ounce) can tuna
2 teaspoons minced dried onion
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni to desired doneness, drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F Spray casserole with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine all remaining casserole ingredients; stir to combine.
  • Add cooked macaroni, stir gently to mix. Pour mixture into casserole. Sprinkle with crushed potato chips.
  • Bake at 350F for 25 to 35 minutes.

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Quick, easy, cheesy, and crunchy chicken casserole! A great comfort food.

Provided by kpaigel

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Creamy

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 ½ cooked boneless chicken breasts, shredded, or more to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¾ cup chopped fresh broccoli
¾ cup chopped mushrooms
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water, chicken broth, and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While rice is cooking, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place shredded chicken in a large casserole dish. Add soup, water chestnuts, Cheddar cheese, broccoli, mushrooms, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well, then spread the top so it's even.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until nicely browned and bubbly, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 90.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 877.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Concentrated flavors and a deep sauciness make this casserole a perfect choice for a warm and comforting dinner.

Provided by By Paula Jones

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (16 oz) bow-tie (farfalle) pasta
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 1/2 cups cubed or shredded cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups shredded white Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2- to 3-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Cook pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time. Drain and return to saucepan. Add soup, chicken and 1 cup of the cheese to pasta in pan; stir to combine. Spoon into casserole. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over top.
  • Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 718.0, Carbohydrate 88.2 g, Cholesterol 85.8 mg, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 585.0 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • Prep the Ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients measured and prepped. This will help you save time and ensure that your casserole comes together quickly and smoothly.
  • Use a Large Casserole Dish: This recipe makes a lot of casserole, so you'll need a large casserole dish to accommodate it. If you don't have one, you can use two smaller dishes instead.
  • Don't Overcook the Noodles: When you're cooking the noodles for the casserole, be careful not to overcook them. They should be cooked al dente, so that they still have a little bit of a bite to them.
  • Use a Creamy Soup Base: The cream of celery and cream of mushroom soups give the casserole a rich and creamy flavor. If you don't have these soups on hand, you can substitute other creamy soups, such as cream of chicken or cream of broccoli.
  • Add Some Veggies: To make the casserole more nutritious, add some chopped vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or peas.
  • Use a Variety of Cheeses: The combination of cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese gives the casserole a delicious cheesy flavor. You can use other types of cheese if you like, but make sure they melt well.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the casserole until it's golden brown and bubbly. This will take about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Chicken Tuna Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with flavor from the chicken, tuna, and cheese, and the creamy soup base makes it extra rich and satisfying. Serve it with a side of salad or vegetables for a complete meal.

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