Acapulco Tuna Dish Recipe

Give your tuna a sizzling Mexican makeover with this Acapulco Tuna Casserole! Inspired by Jackie Olden's classic cookbook, this recipe is a family favorite, now perfectly sized for a smaller crowd. Enjoy a creamy, cheesy, and spicy tuna bake with a delightful crunch – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun family gathering.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 511.1 kcal
Protein 65g
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Ingredients for Acapulco Tuna Dish

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag tortilla chips, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • fresh parsley
  • sliced black olives (optional)

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How to Make Acapulco Tuna Dish

  1. Saute 1 medium onion, chopped, in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna (drained), the sauteed onions, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs, and 1/2 cup milk. Mix until well combined.
  3. Place half of 1 (10 ounce) bag of tortilla chips in the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish. Top with half of 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, then half of the tuna mixture. Repeat layers.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup sour cream evenly over the top layer. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and sliced olives before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

70g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Acapulco Tuna Dish?

Acapulco Tuna Dish takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Acapulco Tuna Dish?

Acapulco Tuna Dish has approximately 511.1 calories per serving, with about 65 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Acapulco Tuna Dish?

The key ingredients for Acapulco Tuna Dish are Onion, Olive Oil, Tuna, Egg, Milk, Tortilla Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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