Best 8 Cheesy Tuna Spinach Casserole Recipes

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"Cheesy Tuna Spinach Casserole" is a culinary delight that combines the flavors of tuna, spinach, cheese, and a creamy sauce into a delectable dish. While there are various recipes available, each promising a unique take on this classic casserole, finding the best one can be a daunting task. This article aims to guide you through the multitude of recipes, providing insights into the key factors that contribute to an exceptional cheesy tuna spinach casserole. We will explore the importance of ingredient selection, cooking techniques, and the art of balancing flavors to achieve the perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to prepare an unforgettable cheesy tuna spinach casserole that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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This tuna casserole is anything but basic. We took a classic recipe and dressed it up with cheesy crescent pinwheels and spinach. And thanks to rotisserie chicken, your tuna noodle casserole can easily be transformed into chicken noodle casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups uncooked wide egg noodles (8 oz)
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics creamy mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 can (12 oz) solid white tuna in water, drained
1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain noodles as directed on package.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat soup and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese over medium heat until cheese is melted. Stir in cooked noodles, tuna, spinach, milk and lemon peel; heat until bubbly. Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Unroll dough; firmly press perforations to seal. Sprinkle dough with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Starting at short side, roll up dough; pinch seam to seal. Using serrated knife, cut roll into 8 slices. Place slices, cut side up, on top of tuna mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is bubbly and dough is deep golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY TUNA SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cheesy Tuna Spinach Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teena03

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces medium noodles
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup swiss cheese
6 1/2 ounces tuna, drained
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained, and sliced (optional)
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook noodles, drain. Meanwhile, press excess moisture from thawed spinach; set aside.
  • In saucepan cook chopped onion in 3 TBS. butter til tender. Blend in flour, dry mustard, and salt. Add milk all at once. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add shredded cheese, stir tip melted. Stir in cooked noodles, thawed spinach, water chestnuts and tuna. Put in a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Combine bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle atop. Bake in 350 oven for 40 to 45 minutes or tip heated through. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

CHEESY SPINACH CASSEROLE



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The Moosewood cookbook inspired this recipe, from their Spinach-Rice Casserole. They make a larger dish, and use nutmeg, which I omitted. You could leave out the parsley too.

Provided by j-jitterbug

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups brown rice, cooked
1 lb fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
3 -4 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped fine
1 tablespoon tamari, a soy sauce
1 dash salt
1 dash cayenne

Steps:

  • Follow package directions to make 2 cups cooked brown rice.
  • Over medium heat, cook garlic and onions with 1 1/2 tablespoons butter until soft.
  • Add spinach, saute for 2 minutes, remove from heat.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease casserole dish with remaining butter.
  • When rice is cooked, remove from heat and add contents of skillet, eggs, milk, cheese, parsley, tamari, salt and cayenne.
  • Pour into casserole pan and spread evenly.
  • Dust with paprika.
  • Cover and bake 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766.2, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 196.7, Sodium 813.4, Carbohydrate 107, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 27.8

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

SPINACH TUNA CASSEROLE



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"After a busy day of bookkeeping for our family contracting business, I count on this rapid recipe my mother passed along to me," relates Nancy Adams of Hancock, New Hampshire. "I double it if I need to feed unexpected guests who stop by at mealtime."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons crushed seasoned stuffing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
2 to 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and lemon juice; add to tuna mixture and mix well. , Transfer to a greased 2-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

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

CHEESY TUNA LASAGNA



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This wonderful casserole was added to my recipe collection many years ago. The tuna and three-cheese blend wins over doubters who say they aren't fond of fish.-Virginia Ferris, Lyons, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
8 ounces sliced part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the tuna, soup, milk, garlic salt, oregano and pepper until combined. Spread 3/4 cupful into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Layer with 3 noodles (trimming if necessary), 3/4 cup tuna mixture, half of the cottage cheese and a third of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, tuna mixture and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

CRUNCHY CHEESY FISH AND SPINACH CASSEROLE



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What a great way to combine all food groups into one casserole dish. So yummy, the kids won't even mind eating their veggies. Also a good meal idea for the working mom; it's simple to put together and cooks quickly in the oven. Substitute any mild white fish for the cod if desired.

Provided by mstopka

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 pound fresh spinach
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound cod, cut into large pieces
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Evenly spread spinach in the bottom of prepared casserole dish; sprinkle with garlic salt. Arrange fish atop spinach, keeping the pieces side by side and larger pieces toward the outside of dish. Top fish with lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Combine Cheddar cheese, Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, and panko bread crumbs in a bowl; spread evenly over fish. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated for 12 to 15 minutes; uncover and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork and topping is lightly browned and crunchy, 5 to 8 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1361.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have cream of celery soup, you can use cream of mushroom soup instead.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad.

Conclusion:

Cheesy tuna spinach casserole is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's perfect for busy families. It's also a great way to use up leftover tuna. The casserole is packed with flavor and nutrients, thanks to the spinach, tuna, and cheese. It's also a good source of protein, calcium, and iron. If you're looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that's easy to make, cheesy tuna spinach casserole is a great option.

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