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It seems like nearly everyone has enjoyed a serving of good old-fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole at some point in their life. Probably because it is inexpensive, easy to make, and completely satisfying. I know that I have made my fair share of this tasty casserole through the years.
Traditionally, tuna noodle casserole is baked in the oven, however, I recently ventured out and made a (gluten-free) Creamy Slow Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole version. Let me show you how I made it.
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Noodles
First, start by cooking your favorite pasta noodles just until they start to soften. Since this particular tuna noodle casserole is made in a slow cooker we certainly do not want to overcook the pasta.
Note: For a gluten-free version be sure to use gluten-free pasta. For an even healthier version, I personally like gluten-free chickpea shells (as pictured in this post).
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Drain
Next, drain the pasta and place it right back into the pan it was cooked in.
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Extra Ingredients
Now stir in Alfredo sauce, thawed sweet peas, and shredded Cheddar-Jack cheese.
Note: For a gluten-free version be sure to use gluten-free Alfredo sauce.
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Tuna
Naturally, tuna is a key ingredient in Creamy Slow Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole so go ahead and gently fold the tuna in.
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Slow Cooker
The mixture is now ready to pour into a lightly greased slow cooker.
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Topping
A topping is created by combining panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried or fresh parsley, and garlic powder.
Note: for a gluten-free version be sure to use gluten-free gluten-free panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
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Ready to cook!
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the tuna noodle casserole, cover, and turn the slow cooker on low for 3 hours.
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Full Disclosure
My daughter and son-in-law are currently in the process of renovating a home. Because their new kitchen is under construction at this time, I took this Creamy Slow Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole to them. Once I arrived I plugged the slow cooker into an outlet in their garage, turned it on, walked away, and went in and helped them work on the house. When lunchtime rolled around a few hours later, the tuna noodle casserole was bubbly hot and ready to eat.
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Serve
Serve Creamy Slow Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole along with a side salad, grilled asparagus, or your favorite vegetable.
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Creamy Slow Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole
This comforting tuna noodle casserole makes a delicious and easy meal. Perfect any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces shell pasta (GF Option: use a gluten-free brand of pasta)
- 2 (15-ounces, each) jars creamy Alfredo sauce (GF Option: use a gluten-free brand of sauce)
- 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen sweet peas, thawed
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar-Jack cheese
- 17-ounces chunk tuna
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs (GF Option: use gluten-free panko crumbs)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (GF Option: use a gluten-free brand)
- 2 Tablespoons dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Cooking spray (GF Option: use a gluten-free brand)
Instructions
- Spray a 7-quart slow cooker with cooking spray; set aside.
- In a large saucepan cook pasta just until pasta starts to soften. Drain; return pasta noodles to the saucepan. Stir in Alfredo sauce, thawed peas, and cheese. Fold in tuna. Pour mixture into the slow cooker.
- Combine panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over top of tuna noodle mixture.
- Cook on low for 3 hours.
- Serve hot.
- Place leftovers in an air-tight container; refrigerate.
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What’s your favorite way to use tuna?
Enjoy!
Linda
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