Creamy Tuna Pasta Alfredo

This Creamy Tuna Pasta Alfredo is a comforting and simple pasta dish that combines tender linguine with a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce, enhanced with the flavors of garlic, Parmesan, and canned tuna. With just a few pantry ingredients and a short cooking time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a creamy pasta with a seafood twist. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is both hearty and flavorful, making it a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. linguine, cooked and drained
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose cream
  • 1 ¼ cups fresh milk
  • 6 oz. canned tuna, drained
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Linguine: Prepare the linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant and golden.
  3. Add Cream and Milk: Pour in the all-purpose cream and fresh milk, stirring to combine. Let the mixture warm up, ensuring it doesn’t come to a boil.
  4. Add Tuna and Seasoning: Stir in the drained tuna, breaking it up gently with a spoon. Adjust the seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
  5. Add Parmesan and Parsley: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Keep stirring until the sauce begins to thicken and the Parmesan has fully melted.
  6. Combine with Linguine: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat it thoroughly in the creamy sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to let the flavors fully blend together.
  7. Serve Hot: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired. Serve right away and indulge in the rich, creamy pasta.

Conclusion

This Creamy Tuna Pasta Alfredo is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that combines classic Alfredo flavors with the simplicity and savory taste of canned tuna. Perfect for weeknight dinners or whenever you’re in need of a creamy, comforting meal, it pairs beautifully with a fresh side salad or garlic bread.

Creamy Tuna Pasta Alfredo

A creamy tuna Alfredo pasta with garlic, Parmesan,and parsley – an easy and comforting meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. linguine cooked and drained
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose cream
  • 1 ¼ cups fresh milk
  • 6 oz. canned tuna drained
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Linguine: Prepare the linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant and golden.
  • Add Cream and Milk: Pour in the all-purpose cream and fresh milk, stirring to combine. Let the mixture warm up, ensuring it doesn’t come to a boil.
  • Add Tuna and Seasoning: Stir in the drained tuna, breaking it up gently with a spoon. Adjust the seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
  • Add Parmesan and Parsley: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Keep stirring until the sauce begins to thicken and the Parmesan has fully melted.
  • Combine with Linguine: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat it thoroughly in the creamy sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to let the flavors fully blend together.
  • Serve Hot: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired. Serve right away and indulge in the rich, creamy pasta.
Keyword tuna pasta Alfredo

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