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Tuna Casserole Recipe

A timeless staple for busy evenings, this comforting tuna noodle casserole combines flaky tuna, tender egg noodles, and a creamy cheese sauce, crowned with a golden crumb topping for a bubbling, satisfying finish.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Tuna Casserole Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 5 ounce can tuna, drained
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping
  • cup milk
  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 3 cups egg noodles dry, approx. 6 ounces
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • cup frozen peas thawed
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter for topping
  • 1 10.5 ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare the crumb topping by mixing panko bread crumbs, melted butter, shredded cheddar cheese, and parsley; set aside. Boil egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water. In a skillet, sauté the diced onion and celery in butter until they become tender, about 5–7 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, sautéed vegetables, thawed peas, condensed soup, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, drained tuna, and parsley; stir thoroughly to incorporate. Evenly spread the mixture into a 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle the prepared crumb topping over the surface. Bake for 18–20 minutes until the casserole is hot and the topping is golden and bubbling.

Notes

Approximately 1 cup of dry egg noodles equals about 2 ounces.