Tuna Rice Bake

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this comforting Tuna Rice Bake—a hearty casserole that’s quick, easy, and loaded with flavor! Featuring flaked canned tuna, fluffy cooked white rice, and pops of sweetness from tender green peas, this one-pan dish is brought together with creamy mushroom soup and melty cheddar cheese. A crispy, buttery breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crunch to every bite. With minimal prep and just 25 minutes of baking time, this family-friendly casserole is an ideal choice for busy evenings. Serve it with a fresh side salad or warm crusty bread for a well-rounded, satisfying meal that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for cozy nights or meal prepping, this Tuna Rice Bake is a timeless classic you’ll return to again and again!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 2 cans canned tuna
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1.5 cups cheddar cheese
• 1 onion
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons dried parsley
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, diced onion, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

3. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

4. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.

5. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the breadcrumbs and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden and toasty.

6. Sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese layer in the baking dish.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bake is bubbling and the top is golden brown.

8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

9. Enjoy your Tuna Rice Bake warm with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (286.3g)

Calories		420
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		16.6 g	21%
	Saturated Fat	9.4 g	47%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.6 g
Cholesterol		67 mg	22%
Sodium		1116 mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate		38.9 g	14%
	Dietary Fiber	2.6 g	9%
	Total Sugars	5.2 g
Protein		28.1 g	56%
Vitamin D		3.3 mcg	17%
Calcium		288 mg	22%
Iron		2.6 mg	14%
Potassium		381 mg	8%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 901 cal (35.9%%)

Protein: 674 cal (26.9%%)

Carbs: 934 cal (37.2%%)