Tuna Rice a Roni Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Tuna Rice-A-Roni Casserole is the perfect dinner solution for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Featuring the rich flavors of toasted Rice-A-Roni combined with tender chunks of tuna, creamy mushroom soup, and bursts of sweet peas, this casserole is layered with textures and topped with gooey cheddar cheese and crispy French fried onions for a satisfyingly crunchy finish. Ready in just 45 minutes and made with simple pantry staples, it’s a budget-friendly dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this hearty tuna casserole is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 box Rice-A-Roni (chicken or mushroom flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 cans (5 oz each) Canned tuna (drained and flaked)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup French fried onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the Rice-A-Roni mix. Toast the rice mixture, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the water and the seasoning packet from the Rice-A-Roni box to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and flaked tuna, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, frozen peas, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 5

Add the cooked Rice-A-Roni to the tuna mixture and stir until evenly combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and heated through.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and evenly sprinkle the French fried onions on top.

Step 10

Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1963.6 grams (1963.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2667

Total Fat 166.00g	213%
Saturated Fat 71.50g	358%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.20g
Cholesterol 356mg	119%
Sodium 5539mg	241%
Total Carbohydrate 166.50g	61%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 31.20g
Protein 135.60g	271%

Vitamin D 341IU	1704%
Calcium 1394mg	107%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2147mg	46%

*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: 55.3%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 24.6%