Cream Cheese Tuna Bake
Indulge in the comfort of a Cream Cheese Tuna Bake—a creamy, cheesy casserole that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prepping. This delicious dish combines tender penne pasta with a rich and velvety sauce made from softened cream cheese, milk, and melted cheddar, creating irresistible layers of flavor. Flaked tuna, sweet peas, and fragrant garlic elevate the dish, while a crispy golden breadcrumb topping adds the perfect contrast of texture. Ready in under an hour, this hearty baked pasta is an easy weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet treat. Serve it with a crisp side salad or warm garlic bread for a wholesome and satisfying meal the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 10 oz canned tuna, drained
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the softened cream cheese and milk, whisking until smooth and creamy.
Add the cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Mix in the drained tuna, frozen peas, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Transfer the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to coat the pasta with the creamy tuna mixture.
Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the dish is bubbling around the edges.
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Cream Cheese Tuna Bake with a side salad or garlic bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.5 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.6 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 687 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 7574 mg | 329% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 400.0 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 219.3 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 23.0 mcg | 115% | |
| Calcium | 2306 mg | 177% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 2792 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
