Kid Friendly Tuna Noodle Casserole
Whip up a comforting and delicious dinner that the whole family will love with this Kid-Friendly Tuna Noodle Casserole! Packed with tender egg noodles, flaky canned tuna, and sweet pops of green peas, this classic casserole gets a rich and creamy boost from a savory cream of mushroom base. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs, every bite combines gooey, cheesy goodness with a satisfyingly crunchy texture. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy tuna noodle casserole is perfect for busy weeknights and picky eaters, offering a balanced meal in one dish. Simply bake, serve, and watch it disappear from the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 12 oz tuna, canned in water
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Stir the drained tuna, frozen peas, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese into the soup mixture.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the bowl and gently toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated.
Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out in an even layer.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Mix in the panko breadcrumbs until coated.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the casserole, followed by the buttered breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this creamy, cheesy, and kid-friendly meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.3 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.1 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 560 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 4353 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.8 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 190.4 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.3 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 2282 mg | 176% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2073 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
