This 4-ingredient oven baked sundried tomato tuna is the kind of easy dinner that saves a busy evening and still feels warm and satisfying at the table. Using an undrained pouch of sundried tomato tuna gives the dish plenty of flavor right from the start, so you can turn a handful of simple pantry and refrigerator staples into a creamy, bubbly bake with hardly any prep at all.
This comforting bake goes nicely with a crisp green salad, roasted broccoli, steamed green beans, or simple garlic bread for scooping up every bit of sauce. If you want to stretch it further for hungry family members, serve it over hot pasta, rice, or toasted sandwich rolls for an easy meal that feels a little more special.
4-Ingredient Oven Baked Sundried Tomato Tuna
Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 undrained pouches sundried tomato tuna
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups cooked pasta
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a small casserole dish.
2. Add the undrained pouches of sundried tomato tuna, softened cream cheese, cooked pasta, and 1 cup of the mozzarella to the casserole dish. Stir everything together until the pasta is well coated.
3. Spread the mixture into an even layer and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella over the top.
4. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Variations & Tips
For picky eaters: If your family prefers milder flavors, use a little extra mozzarella on top and make sure the tuna is mixed very thoroughly through the pasta so the sundried tomato flavor is softer in each bite.
Make it stretch: This recipe is a great way to use up extra cooked pasta. If you want to feed a few more people, add another cup or two of cooked pasta and a small handful of extra cheese so the bake still stays creamy.
Texture tip: Softened cream cheese blends much more easily than cold cream cheese straight from the refrigerator. If needed, let it sit on the counter for a bit before mixing so you get a smoother sauce.
Add a little color: If you do not mind going beyond four ingredients, a handful of chopped spinach or a sprinkle of parsley on top makes the finished dish look fresh and bright while adding a little extra flavor.