Easy Tuna Tetrazzini
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting and *Easy Tuna Tetrazzini*, a creamy casserole dish that's indulgent yet simple to prepare. Perfectly cooked spaghetti is coated in a velvety sauce made from chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, then folded together with tender tuna and sweet green peas. Topped with a golden layer of crispy panko breadcrumbs, this oven-baked pasta bake is irresistibly satisfying and ready in just 40 minutes. Ideal for busy families or gatherings, this recipe combines pantry staples like canned tuna and frozen peas to create a rich, hearty meal that feels elegant but requires minimal effort. Serve this casserole fresh out of the oven alongside a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete and irresistible dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 5-oz cans canned tuna, drained
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly, to make a roux.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to combine. Cook the sauce for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens and begins to bubble.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Gently fold the tuna and frozen peas into the sauce. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss until evenly coated.
Transfer the tuna mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Let the tuna tetrazzini cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 174.2 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.6 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 6356 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.8 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 150.0 g | 300% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.0 mcg | 95% | |
| Calcium | 1062 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1682 mg | 36% | |
*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.
