Tater Tots Tuna Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Tater Tots Tuna Casserole—a creamy, cheesy, and crispy dish that’s bound to become a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines pantry staples like canned tuna, cream of mushroom soup, and frozen peas, layered under a golden crust of crispy tater tots and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Infused with a hint of garlic and parsley, this casserole is rich in flavor and requires minimal prep time, coming together in just under an hour. Serve as a hearty main dish alongside a fresh green salad for a satisfying and nostalgic meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 32 ounces frozen tater tots
• 12 ounces canned tuna
• 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 optional nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Spread the frozen tater tots evenly in a single layer over a large baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until slightly crisp (optional, but enhances their crunchiness). Leave the oven on.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned tuna (drained), cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, shredded cheddar cheese (reserve 1/2 cup for topping), frozen peas, chopped onion, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Spread the tuna mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 5

Arrange the partially baked tater tots on top of the tuna mixture in even rows, covering the entire dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.

Step 7

Bake the casserole in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, the tater tots are golden brown, and the casserole is heated through.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Optional: Garnish with additional parsley before serving for a pop of color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2365.5 grams (2365.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3875

Total Fat 219.70g	282%
Saturated Fat 98.20g	491%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.40g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 9012mg	392%
Total Carbohydrate 316.40g	115%
Dietary Fiber 32.70g	117%
Total Sugars 44.30g
Protein 191.90g	384%

Vitamin D 409IU	2046%
Calcium 2519mg	194%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 4368mg	93%

*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: 49.3%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 31.6%