Tuna Casserole the Easy Way
Looking for a comforting dinner that’s both satisfying and simple to make? "Tuna Casserole the Easy Way" is the ultimate classic dish brought to life with a streamlined, family-friendly recipe! Featuring tender egg noodles, flaky canned tuna, and a creamy base of cream of mushroom soup mixed with milk, this casserole is packed with flavor and ready in just 35 minutes. Toss in a pop of green peas for color and nutrition, and top it off with gooey cheddar cheese and buttery panko breadcrumbs for a delightfully crisp finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this budget-friendly casserole serves six and pairs beautifully with a side salad or warm dinner rolls. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or whipping up comforting leftovers, this simple tuna noodle casserole is bound to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 2 cans canned tuna, drained
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Add the drained tuna, cooked egg noodles, frozen peas, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Stir to combine.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, then sprinkle the buttery breadcrumbs on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your easy, delicious tuna casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.6 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.9 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 7203 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.3 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 224.1 g | 448% | |
| Vitamin D | 36.9 mcg | 184% | |
| Calcium | 2287 mg | 176% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2378 mg | 51% | |
*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.
