How to Make Mom's Easy Tuna Casserole with Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a homecooked meal made from a beloved family recipe. For many, the nostalgic comfort of a dish prepared by a loved one invokes a sense of warmth and happiness. One such timeless recipe is Mom's Easy Tuna Casserole with Rice, a classic dish that has been passed down through the generations and holds a special place in the hearts and stomachs of many.

This simple yet flavorful recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights or when you're craving a taste of home. Made w...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cups uncooked instant rice
  • 1 pinch dried oregano, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (5 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chile peppers, undrained
  • ¾ cup water, or as needed
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ⅔ cups milk
  • 3 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 pinch ground paprika, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread rice in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Layer tuna over top, then diced onion.
  • Drain tomato juice into a 2-cup liquid measure. Add enough water to reach 1 1/3 cups liquid. Layer 3/4 of the diced tomatoes over the onion, then pour the tomato juice-water mixture over top. Save remaining tomatoes.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir flour into milk in a liquid measure. Pour milk mixture into the skillet and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add hot pepper sauce and season with salt and pepper. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • Pour cheese sauce over the casserole. Garnish with extra tomatoes and paprika.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    440 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 712mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 362mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 430mg