Description
Craving something warm, hearty, and soul-satisfying? This Tuna Casserole is your answer! A classic baked dish combining tender egg noodles, flaked tuna, sweet peas, and a creamy mushroom sauce—all finished with golden cheesy breadcrumbs. Whether you’re in need of a quick dinner idea, a comforting meal-prep staple, or easy recipe inspiration for family meals, this creamy tuna noodle casserole fits the bill. Perfect for busy weeknights, leftovers, and cozy weekends. This healthy-ish comfort food is a delicious crowd-pleaser that never goes out of style.
Ingredients
12 oz egg noodles
10 oz canned tuna in water, drained and flaked
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Add drained tuna, thawed peas, and cooked noodles to the bowl. Fold in 1 cup shredded cheese. Mix gently.
4. Grease a 9×13 baking dish and pour in the casserole mixture. Spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese.
5. In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle over the top.
6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
7. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley if using, and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcook the noodles—stop at al dente to prevent mushiness.
You can substitute peas with corn or green beans if desired.
For a deeper flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of Dijon mustard to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg