Creamy Cheesy Easy Tuna Tetrazzini
Dive into comfort food bliss with this Creamy Cheesy Easy Tuna Tetrazzini—a hearty, flavor-packed casserole that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. This dish combines tender spaghetti, flaky tuna, and pops of sweet peas, all enveloped in a luscious homemade cream sauce infused with Parmesan, cream cheese, and Italian seasoning. Topped with a layer of melty mozzarella and crispy golden breadcrumbs, every bite delivers creamy, cheesy satisfaction with a delightful crunch. Ready in just under an hour and baked to perfection in a single dish, this easy tuna tetrazzini is a crowd-pleasing classic that’s both simple to make and utterly irresistible. Perfect for cozy nights and leftovers that taste even better the next day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 10 oz canned tuna (drained)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Add the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the cream cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Fold in the tuna, frozen peas, and cooked spaghetti to evenly coat with the creamy sauce.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the mozzarella layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Creamy Cheesy Easy Tuna Tetrazzini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 226.8 g | 291% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.3 g | 632% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 708 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 7718 mg | 336% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.9 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 185.9 g | 372% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 2005 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1939 mg | 41% | |
*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.
