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Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe

Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe for Cozy Family Nights

This Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe is a comforting and satisfying dish, perfect for family dinners and easy weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Can substitute with homemade or gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 cup Milk Any type works, including plant-based options for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 cans Canned Tuna Rinse well to get rid of any tin taste.
  • 8 oz Egg Noodles Can substitute with penne or rotini for variety.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Can also use frozen broccoli or corn.
  • 1 small White Onion Finely diced for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can swap for Swiss cheese or omit for a dairy-free option.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs Stale bread can be crumbled for a homemade option.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Can use margarine or olive oil as alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Casserole Dish
  • colander
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil, then add egg noodles. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup and milk. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Grease a 9x9 casserole dish. Layer cooked noodles, frozen peas, drained tuna, cheddar cheese, and diced onion. Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly.
  5. Pour the soup mixture over the layers and stir gently to combine.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until bubbling at the edges.
  7. Melt butter in a small bowl and mix with breadcrumbs until coated.
  8. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the casserole. Bake for an additional 5 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden brown.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with different veggies or cheeses.

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