Creamy, comforting, and irresistibly easy to make, this Simple Tuna Noodle Casserole is the perfect one-dish meal for busy weeknights. Featuring tender egg noodles tossed in a rich mix of savory canned tuna, creamy mushroom soup, and vibrant green peas, this classic casserole is topped with a golden, buttery breadcrumb crust and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 40 minutes and serving up to six, itβs a budget-friendly, family-favorite dinner packed with flavor and nostalgia. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal or an effortless make-ahead option, this tuna noodle casserole is sure to hit the spot. Perfect for anyone searching for comfort food recipes or quick and easy casserole ideas!
Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Add the cooked noodles to the mixture and gently fold everything together until the noodles are well coated with the sauce.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the casserole.
Top the casserole with the remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Calories |
2538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 109.8 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.5 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 5991 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.9 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 170.3 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.4 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 1896 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2031 mg | 43% | |
*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.