Tuna and Chicken Pasta Bake
Dive into this delicious Tuna and Chicken Pasta Bake, a hearty dish brimming with wholesome veggies and loaded with protein and fiber! With tender pasta, flaky tuna, and succulent chicken, all smothered in a creamy sauce, this bake is not just a meal—it's a comforting hug in a dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it’s easy to whip up and even easier to devour!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- mushroomsoptional
- peppers
- tomato passata (240 ml)
🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- chicken thighs
- tuna
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- cheeseoptional
- fresh mozzarella
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- whole wheat pasta (240 ml)can substitute with other types of pasta
📦Other(1)
- courgettes
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions.
- 2
In a pot, combine cooked chicken, cooked vegetables, cooked pasta, and tuna.
- 3
Mix everything together and spread it into an oven dish.
- 4
Top with fresh mozzarella and bake in the oven until golden.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook pasta to 1-2 minutes under package time (al dente minus) since it will continue cooking in the oven for 15-20 minutes, preventing mushy texture.timing1-2 minutes under
- ✓Drain tuna completely and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture that would create a watery bake and prevent proper browning.technique
- ✓Tear fresh mozzarella into irregular pieces rather than slicing to create varied thickness that browns unevenly for better texture contrast.technique
- ✓Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and cheese develops golden spots with slight bubbling at edges.timing375°F, 25-30 minutes, 165°F internal
- ✓Add 2-3 tablespoons of pasta cooking water to the mixture before baking to provide steam and prevent the dish from drying out during the long bake time.technique2-3 tablespoons
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Tuna and Chicken Pasta Bake
Dive into this delicious Tuna and Chicken Pasta Bake, a hearty dish brimming with wholesome veggies and loaded with protein and fiber! With tender pasta, flaky tuna, and succulent chicken, all smothered in a creamy sauce, this bake is not just a meal—it's a comforting hug in a dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it’s easy to whip up and even easier to devour!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- mushroomsoptional
- peppers
- tomato passata (240 ml)
🥩Meat & Seafood(2)
- chicken thighs
- tuna
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- cheeseoptional
- fresh mozzarella
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- whole wheat pasta (240 ml)can substitute with other types of pasta
📦Other(1)
- courgettes
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions.
- 2
In a pot, combine cooked chicken, cooked vegetables, cooked pasta, and tuna.
- 3
Mix everything together and spread it into an oven dish.
- 4
Top with fresh mozzarella and bake in the oven until golden.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook pasta to 1-2 minutes under package time (al dente minus) since it will continue cooking in the oven for 15-20 minutes, preventing mushy texture.timing1-2 minutes under
- ✓Drain tuna completely and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture that would create a watery bake and prevent proper browning.technique
- ✓Tear fresh mozzarella into irregular pieces rather than slicing to create varied thickness that browns unevenly for better texture contrast.technique
- ✓Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and cheese develops golden spots with slight bubbling at edges.timing375°F, 25-30 minutes, 165°F internal
- ✓Add 2-3 tablespoons of pasta cooking water to the mixture before baking to provide steam and prevent the dish from drying out during the long bake time.technique2-3 tablespoons