Quick Tuna Tortellini Gratin
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Quick Tuna Tortellini Gratin—a creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly crispy baked pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe combines tender cheese tortellini, protein-packed tuna, and a luscious heavy cream sauce infused with fragrant garlic and herbs. A topping of golden, crunchy panko breadcrumbs adds a delightful texture, while the optional addition of sweet green peas brings a pop of color and freshness. Simple yet satisfying, this family-friendly casserole is a one-dish wonder that’s both easy to prepare and full of rich, hearty flavors. Perfect for dinner or meal prep, this baked gratin will quickly become a staple in your recipe rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish.
Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, heavy cream, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and frozen peas (if using). Mix until well combined.
Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the tuna and cream mixture, ensuring the pasta is coated evenly.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the tortellini mixture for a crispy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Quick Tuna Tortellini Gratin!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 1445 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 461 mg | 10% | |
*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.
