Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe
This Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole is the ultimate comfort food — creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender noodles and flaky tuna. A quick, budget-friendly classic perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Casserole
- 3 cups egg noodles measured dry, about 6 ounces
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 ribs celery diced
- ⅔ cup frozen peas thawed
- 1 can tuna 5 ounces, drained
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Topping
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles just until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tender and fragrant.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked noodles, sautéed vegetables, thawed peas, drained tuna, soup, milk, cheese, and parsley. Stir gently to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, cheddar cheese, and parsley. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, mix in some mozzarella or Monterey Jack with the cheddar.
- Add steamed broccoli, spinach, or mushrooms for a veggie boost.
- Crushed crackers or chips make a fun topping twist.
- Not into tuna? Try shredded chicken or canned salmon.
- Use solid white albacore tuna for the best flavor.
- Slightly undercook the noodles and use freshly shredded cheese for a smoother sauce.
- Gently fold ingredients to preserve texture, and bake just until the topping is crisp and golden.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 19gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 689mgPotassium: 317mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 256mgIron: 2mg
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