Mediterranean-Style Skillet Tuna Casserole

Cranberries, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes join Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs in providing tons of Mediterranean flavor to this tasty tuna casserole cooked in a skillet.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 300 Calories

Ingredients

• ¾ cup water
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups farfalle (bow tie) pasta
• ¼ cup thinly sliced onion
• 8 ounces chunk light tuna in water, drained and flaked
• ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts (Optional)
• ½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup coarsely torn fresh basil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 4

Add tuna, water, cranberries, tomatoes, olives, pine nuts, and parsley. Stir in cooked pasta.

Step 5

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese melted, about 5 more minutes.

Step 6

Sprinkle with basil before serving.