Southwest Tuna Casserole
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this zesty Southwest Tuna Casserole, a bold twist on a comforting classic! Packed with vibrant flavors, this recipe combines tender egg noodles, protein-rich tuna, black beans, sweet corn, and fiery green chilies, all enveloped in a creamy, spiced sauce featuring sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and mild salsa. Topped with gooey pepper jack cheese and optional crunchy tortilla chips, every bite delivers a satisfying medley of textures. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy families craving a Southwestern-inspired dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and added freshness before serving. This flavor-packed casserole is sure to be a hit at the dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 12 oz canned tuna, drained
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 4 oz diced green chilies
- 1.5 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 0.5 cup mild salsa
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, black beans, corn, diced green chilies, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salsa, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Mix until fully combined.
Gently fold in the cooked egg noodles until the sauce mixture evenly coats the pasta.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese evenly on top of the casserole.
If desired, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the cheese for added crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.5 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.3 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 547 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 5125 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.2 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.4 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 185.7 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.5 mcg | 127% | |
| Calcium | 2005 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 2592 mg | 55% | |
*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.
