Easy Tuna Mac Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Easy Tuna Mac Casserole is the ultimate one-dish dinner for busy weeknights. Made with tender elbow macaroni, protein-packed canned tuna, vibrant green peas, and a luscious cream of mushroom sauce, this recipe is both hearty and satisfying. Topped with gooey melted cheddar and a golden breadcrumb crust, every bite delivers the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes with minimal prep, this family-friendly casserole is a budget-friendly crowd-pleaser that reheats beautifully for leftovers. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or make-ahead dinners, this easy tuna pasta bake is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cans canned tuna (packed in water, drained)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, frozen peas, cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Add the cooked macaroni to the mixture and stir gently to coat the pasta evenly.
Transfer the macaroni and tuna mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the casserole, followed by the buttered breadcrumbs.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.6 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 358 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 5705 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.4 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.7 g | ||
| Protein | 139.0 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 2238 mg | 172% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1278 mg | 27% | |
*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.
