Tuna Pockets Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 8 pockets
🥣 Calories: 2.9 per serving
⭐ Rating: 4.5/5
Description:
Looking for a quick and delicious meal option? These Tuna Pockets are the perfect solution! Packed with flavor and easy to make, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or a tasty lunch on the go.
Ingredients:
- 2 cans of tuna
- 2 pickles, chopped
- 4 rings of onion, diced
- Mayonnaise
- Cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Bread slices
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Begin by chopping the pickles into small pieces.
- Dice up the rings of onion, ensuring they’re finely chopped.
- Measure out around two and a half large spoonfuls of mayonnaise to use in the mixture.
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Season Tuna:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna, chopped pickles, diced onion, and mayonnaise.
- Season with a few dashes of salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
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Prepare Bread:
- Grease a muffin pan lightly to prevent sticking.
- Cut the edges off the bread slices and gently press them into the cups of the muffin pan. If the bread is too firm, you can soften it slightly before shaping.
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Fill Pockets:
- Once the bread is shaped into cups, spoon the tuna mixture into each bread cup, distributing it evenly among them.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each tuna-filled bread cup for an extra cheesy touch.
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Bake:
- Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the bread cups are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Once baked, carefully remove the tuna pockets from the muffin pan and serve hot.
- Enjoy these tasty tuna pockets as a satisfying snack, appetizer, or light meal!
Tips:
- Customize the recipe by adding your favorite ingredients such as diced bell peppers, celery, or herbs for added flavor and nutrition.
- Make ahead and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
- These tuna pockets are perfect for packing in lunchboxes or enjoying as a quick grab-and-go meal option. They’re versatile, delicious, and sure to become a family favorite!
