Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta
Make Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta, an American dinner recipe with penne or rigatoni pasta, canned tuna in water or oil, drained, jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped. It has about 30 min, about 480 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta is an American dinner recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 4 servings, has about 480 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonCheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta ingredients
- 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna in water or oil, drained
- 0.75 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 0.5 cup milk (any kind)
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
How to make Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta
- Cook 8 ounces of penne or rigatoni pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta well, reserving about 0.5 cup of the starchy pasta cooking water, and set it aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 small chopped yellow onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until it is softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and 0.75 cup of drained and chopped jarred roasted red peppers. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Pour in 1 (14.5 oz) can of undrained diced tomatoes and 0.5 cup of milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Add 2 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the skillet. Stir continuously until both cheeses are fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the 2 cans of well-drained tuna into the sauce. If the sauce appears too thick, add a splash or two of the reserved pasta cooking water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the cheesy tuna and roasted pepper sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated and thoroughly combined.
- Season the dish with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, or adjust to your taste preferences. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.
Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta FAQ
How do I make Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta?
Make Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta?
The main ingredients include penne or rigatoni pasta, canned tuna in water or oil, drained, jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped, olive oil, yellow onion, chopped. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Cheesy Tuna and Roasted Pepper Pasta?
Recipe Genius estimates about 480 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.