PRESSURE-COOKER TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE

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We tweaked this family-friendly classic to work for the pressure cooker. Go for easy, wholesome and totally homemade!-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half cream
4 cups (8 ounces) uncooked egg noodles
3 cans (5 ounces each) light tuna in water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 cups crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat. Add butter. When melted, add mushrooms, onion, sweet pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. , Stir in cream and noodles. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 3 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine tuna, lemon juice and remaining salt and pepper. Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Stir cheese, tuna mixture and peas into noodle mixture. Cook until heated through. Just before serving, sprinkle with potato chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 752mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

akram tarek
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This casserole is so delicious and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


Gutu Gurung
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I love how easy this casserole is to make. It's a great weeknight meal.


Kevar Thompson
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a great meal to freeze and reheat later.


Savannah Bland
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.


Tiger Maruf
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This casserole is perfect for a potluck or a party. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Askhan Bhayo
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll never know they're eating carrots and celery!


Abigal Akuaku
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I've made this casserole several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


kishwer ali
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This casserole is a great comfort food. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


William Kyei
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite!


Similoluwa smith
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This casserole is a hit with my kids! They love the creamy sauce and the noodles.


MRIR KHAN
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my family's taste.


Nura Ishaq Tamburawa
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover tuna. It's also a budget-friendly meal that the whole family will enjoy.


Evelyn R
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I've tried many tuna noodle casserole recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pressure cooker cooks the noodles and tuna perfectly, and the creamy sauce is so flavorful.


Xawa Elmi
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This tuna noodle casserole is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so easy to throw together in my pressure cooker, and it always turns out delicious. My family loves it!