Layered Cheesy Tuna And Zucchini Casserole Recipe

Name: Layered Cheesy Tuna And Zucchini Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Chunk Tuna; Wide Egg Noodles; Celery Rib; Green Onions; 1 cup sour cream; Mayonnaise; 1/4 cup milk; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Dried Thyme; Salt And Pepper; 2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Roma Tomato

This family-favorite Layered Cheesy Tuna and Zucchini Casserole is a comforting and delicious meal that's easy to customize! Imagine tender zucchini and flaky tuna nestled between layers of creamy cheese and egg noodles, all baked to golden perfection. Feel free to swap in cooked chicken for the tuna, add bell peppers for extra flavor, and experiment with your favorite cheese blend. This recipe is guaranteed to become a new weeknight staple!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 705.3 kcal

Protein 82g

Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)

Layered Cheesy Tuna And Zucchini Casserole

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Layered Cheesy Tuna And Zucchini Casserole

Chunk Tuna
Wide Egg Noodles
Celery Rib
Green Onions
1 cup sour cream
Mayonnaise
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dried Thyme
Salt And Pepper
2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Roma Tomato

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How to Make Layered Cheesy Tuna And Zucchini Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook 1 lb egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
Drain 2 (5 ounce) cans of tuna and flake with a fork.
In a large bowl, combine the flaked tuna, cooked egg noodles, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and 1/4 cup chopped onion.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon mustard powder, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup milk, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
Add the sour cream mixture to the tuna mixture and gently toss to combine.
Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
Spoon half of the tuna mixture into the prepared dish.
Top with half of 2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick.
Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
Top with the remaining tuna mixture, then the remaining zucchini slices.
Sprinkle with 1/4 cup additional grated Parmesan cheese (optional).
Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh tomatoes (optional).