Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe – Quick, Creamy & Delicious
This Easy Tuna Casserole is more than just a throwback to childhood dinners. It’s a comforting dish that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor. Tender egg noodles are enveloped in a creamy sauce made from condensed mushroom soup, milk, and cheddar cheese. All mixed with flaked tuna and bright green peas. The casserole is topped with a golden, crunchy panko and cheddar mixture that adds the perfect texture contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups egg noodles (about 6 oz.)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- ⅔ cup thawed frozen peas
- 1 can of tuna (5–6 oz.), drained
- 10 ½ oz. condensed cream of mushroom soup
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Prepare the topping by mixing the ingredients together, then set it aside.
2. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions until they’re al dente. Drain them and rinse under cold water.
3. In a skillet, sauté the diced onion and celery in butter until they soften, about 5–7 minutes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, sautéed onion and celery, peas, condensed soup, milk, cheddar cheese, tuna, and parsley. Stir everything together until well mixed.
5. Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the prepared crumb topping over the top.
6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
To make this classic tuna casserole gluten-free, simply swap out the egg noodles for your favorite gluten-free pasta. Be sure to use a gluten-free condensed cream of mushroom soup as well. For the crumb topping, gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers work perfectly. With these simple adjustments, you can enjoy all the creamy, cheesy goodness of this casserole without any gluten worries!
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