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Creamy chicken and pea tortellini in a skillet, garnished with fresh herbs, perfect for cozy family dinners.

Tuna Helper

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 429 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cans tuna (5 ounces each) drained
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    Cooked pasta boiling in a pot with steam rising.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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  • Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic. Stir constantly for 2 minutes to combine.
  • Slowly pour in milk and chicken broth, whisking to prevent lumps.
    Cream being poured into a mixing bowl with butter and sugar, preparing ingredients for baking.
  • Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Keep cooking, stirring often, until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
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  • Stir in drained tuna and frozen peas. Cook for 2-5 minutes until heated through.
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  • Add the cooked noodles into the skillet and stir well.
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  • Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until it melts and combines smoothly.
    Creamy chicken and peas pasta casserole topped with shredded cheddar cheese in a stainless steel skillet.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 429kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 257mgFiber: 5g
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