Sour Cream Tuna Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Sour Cream Tuna Bake, a hearty casserole that's both creamy and irresistibly cheesy. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender pasta, flaky canned tuna, and savory cream of mushroom soup, balanced with the tangy richness of sour cream. Studded with sweet pops of peas and caramelized onion, it’s crowned with a golden layer of cheddar cheese and crunchy breadcrumb topping for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with flavor, this easy-to-make tuna bake is a family favorite that pairs beautifully with a fresh side salad or steamed vegetables. Bake your way to pure coziness with this crowd-pleasing classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (elbow macaroni or penne)
• 12 oz canned tuna in water (drained)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, drained tuna, sautéed onion, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, frozen peas, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Fold in 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, mixing gently until everything is evenly combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with the olive oil. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the cheese layer.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.

Step 10

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and comforting Sour Cream Tuna Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1800.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3088.9

Total Fat 165.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 522.3mg	0%
Sodium 6552.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 45.2g
Protein 196.4g	0%

Vitamin D 359.8IU	0%
Calcium 2369.8mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2111.0mg	0%

*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: 47.2%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 27.9%