Crunchy Tuna Casserole Recipe

Name: Crunchy Tuna Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1 pound Bow Tie Pasta; 2 tablespoons Butter; 1 Onion [chopped]; 6 oz can Tuna [packed in oil (save 2 tbsp of the oil) drained, flaked]; 2 tablespoons Flour; 1/4 teaspoon Pepper; 1 cup White Wine; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 1 cup Peas [frozen]; 1 Tomato [large, diced]; 2 cups Mozarella Cheese [shredded]; 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese [fresh, grated]; 1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs; 3 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1/4 teaspoon Parsley [fresh, chopped]

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 pound Bow Tie Pasta
2 tablespoons Butter
1 Onion [chopped]
6 oz can Tuna [packed in oil (save 2 tbsp of the oil) drained, flaked]
2 tablespoons Flour
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
1 cup White Wine
2 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Peas [frozen]
1 Tomato [large, diced]
2 cups Mozarella Cheese [shredded]
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese [fresh, grated]
1/2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1/4 teaspoon Parsley [fresh, chopped]

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1. Preheat oven to 375u00b0. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
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2. Meanwhile, in a medium pot over medium heat, melt butter and cook onion until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons reserved oil from tuna, flour, salt, and pepper and stir until flour turns golden, about 3 minutes.
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3. Add wine and stir until smooth, then add chicken stock and continuously stir until incorporated. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until sauce begins to thicken, 5 minutes. Add cooked pasta, frozen peas, tomato, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, and tuna.
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4. In a small bowl, stir together panko, olive oil, and parsley. In a large baking dish, layer pasta mixture and top with remaining cup of mozzarella and bread crumb mixture. Season generously with salt and pepper
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5. Bake until golden and bubbling, 20 minutes. Serve with parsley.

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kcal

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon Salt, 1 pound Bow Tie Pasta, 2 tablespoons Butter, 1 Onion [chopped], and more.

Yes, Crunchy Tuna Casserole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crunchy Tuna Casserole

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