Best 8 Easy Macaroni Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Craving a quick and satisfying meal? Look no further than the classic macaroni tuna casserole, a delightful combination of pantry staples that comes together in a snap. With its creamy, cheesy goodness and tender macaroni, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, our guide will walk you through the process of creating a delicious macaroni tuna casserole that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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

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

MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE



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This dish is so easy to fix, and the flavor is better than any tuna helper I've ever tried. It was a staple when I was in college since a box of macaroni and cheese and a can of tuna cost so little. -Suzanne Zick, Osceola, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (7-1/4 ounces) macaroni and cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (5 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Stir in soup, tuna and milk. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, parsley. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

TUNA MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This is the only tuna mac recipe I have made for over 20+ years. If you like a tuna casserole then just make it! You'll be glad you did. I promise.

Provided by Pot Scrubber

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces elbow macaroni (can also use 1/2 a package of spaghetti noodles broken into thirds)
1/2 cup chopped celery (optional but nice)
1 (10 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1/2 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 cup shredded cheese (plus a handful more to sprinkle on top if you want)
10 ounces tuna, well drained and squeezed dry (two five ounce cans of tuna)
4 tablespoons of minced jarred roasted red peppers or 4 tablespoons of jarred pimientos
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or 1 cup of panko crumbs are REALLY nice if you have them on hand)
4 tablespoons margarine
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Cook and drain macaroni. If using the optional chopped celery, boil it with the pasta.
  • In a bowl blend together the soup, milk, mayo, and dry mustard.
  • Stir in cheese, tuna, and pimiento.
  • Gently fold in macaroni/spaghetti and transfer into a 2 quart 8X8 inch casserole dish.
  • Combine crumbs, butter, and paprika and sprinkle evenly on top.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 for 30-35 minutes or so. When the crumbs are a pretty color and the juices are bubbling around the edges your casserole is done.

TUNA-PASTA CASSEROLE



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Looking for a delicious dinner recipe? Then check out this tuna and pasta casserole dish that's ready in less than an hour!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups uncooked medium pasta shells or elbow macaroni (3 to 4 oz)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded sharp process American or Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
2 cups cooked broccoli flowerets, cooked until crisp-tender and drained*
2 cans (6 oz each) tuna in water, drained
2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Gradually stir in milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in cheese until melted.
  • Stir in pasta, broccoli and tuna; mix well. Spoon into ungreased 2-quart casserole. Cover and bake about 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix topping ingredients. Sprinkle topping over casserole. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until topping is toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1/2 g

TUNA-MACARONI SALAD



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Perfect for a simple summer supper or as a main-dish potluck contribution, this tuna noodle salad is a comfort food classic that comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it on a bed of lettuce or other cool, crisp greens, and pair it with some crusty bread for a satisfying and refreshing entrée.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (7 oz) elbow macaroni
1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
2 cans (5 oz each) tuna, drained
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz), if desired
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish, if desired
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni as directed on package, adding peas for last 4 to 6 minutes of cooking; rinse with cold water and drain.
  • In large bowl, mix macaroni, peas and remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 cup), Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

TUNA MACARONI CASSEROLE



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Try our tuna casserole recipe with elbow macaroni, topped with melted cheese and stuffed with peppers and onions for your family dinner.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Lunch     Pasta

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces elbow macaroni
6 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 tablespoons onion, finely minced
2 tablespoons green bell pepper, finely minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt, or seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
7 to 10 ounces tuna, drained and flaked
1 10.5-ounces can condensed cream of mushroom soup, or cream of celery soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 1028 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 24 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY MACARONI TUNA CASSEROLE



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This dish is super easy. It is also a very hearty delicious bowl of comfort food. The guys in my house loved it. I loved this recipe but I used cream of mushroom soup and added the cheese into the casserole. I also melted butter and added bread crumbs to the top before baking, then sprinkle top lightly with dill seasoning. The resulting casserole was very creamy and flavorful.

Provided by Lorene Rohrbaugh

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (7.25 ounce) package macaroni and cheese
¼ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
½ cup milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, or to taste
¼ cup bread crumbs
¼ cup butter, melted
½ teaspoon dried dill weed, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and return macaroni to pot.
  • Stir 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup milk, and powdered cheese from envelope into the cooked macaroni. Stir cream of mushroom soup, tuna, and 1/2 cup milk into the macaroni and cheese. Pour macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish; top with Cheddar cheese and parsley.
  • Mix bread crumbs, melted butter, and dill in a small bowl; sprinkle over Cheddar cheese layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bread crumb topping is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 881.6 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

EASY PEASY TUNA MACARONI CASSEROLE



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This is an easy tuna casserole to make. My kids and husband love it. I found a low-fat version of this on the Weight Watchers Boards and tweaked it to full-fat version.

Provided by cheesygiraffe

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces macaroni
1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Spray 8x12 pan.
  • Boil macaroni according to package directions. Drain water from it.
  • Mix all the ingredients together, reserving a small amount of cheese.
  • Spread mixture into pan and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.8, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 422.6, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.3, Protein 16.2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna. Solid white albacore tuna is a good choice. You can also use canned salmon or chicken if you prefer.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente. This will help it retain its shape and texture in the casserole.
  • Use a creamy sauce. This will help to bind the ingredients together and make the casserole more flavorful.
  • Add some vegetables to the casserole. This will help to boost the nutritional value of the dish.
  • Top the casserole with breadcrumbs or crushed potato chips before baking. This will give it a crispy topping.
  • Serve the casserole hot with a side salad or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Macaroni tuna casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesy casserole or a lighter, healthier version, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give macaroni tuna casserole a try.

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