My Best Tuna Casserole
Indulge in comforting, home-cooked flavor with "My Best Tuna Casserole," a classic dinner recipe that's creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying. Packed with tender egg noodles, flaky tuna, and a rich blend of cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese, this casserole is leveled up with the addition of frozen peas for a hint of sweetness and vibrant color. Topped with a golden, buttery panko breadcrumb crust—enhanced by optional parmesan for extra savory depth—each bite delivers a perfect balance of texture and taste. Ready in just 40 minutes and serving six hearty portions, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Don't miss out on the ultimate tuna casserole experience—comfort food done right!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 10 oz canned tuna (in water)
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper.
Add the cooked egg noodles to the bowl and gently stir until everything is well combined.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter and pour the mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Mix the melted butter with the panko breadcrumbs (and optional parmesan cheese, if using) until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.0 g | 275% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 6424 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.0 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 168.6 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.4 mcg | 97% | |
| Calcium | 2173 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1976 mg | 42% | |
*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.
