30-Minute Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe: A Weeknight Dinner Savior
Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe for Busy Weeknights
Kickstart your meal planning with this quick and delicious tuna noodle casserole recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
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Why You’ll Love This Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe
- Comfort food classic that reminds you of home
- Minimal prep—perfect for a weeknight dinner
- Kid-friendly and budget-friendly meal
Ingredients for Tuna Noodle Casserole
- 1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
- 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
Instructions to Make Tuna Noodle Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
- Add the drained tuna, cooked noodles, peas, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, then finish with breadcrumbs for an extra crunchy topping.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown. Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.
Tips and Variations for Your Tuna Noodle Casserole
- Swap the soup: Use cream of celery or cheddar soup for a flavor twist.
- Add more veggies: Stir in diced carrots, mushrooms, or broccoli florets.
- Cheesy upgrade: Mix in Pepper Jack or Gruyère for a gourmet touch.
- Gluten-free option: Substitute gluten-free noodles and soup.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 545 kcal per serving
- Protein: 32 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fat: 20 g (Saturated Fat: 10 g)
- Sodium: 1523 mg
- Fiber: 4 g
This tuna noodle casserole recipe is the ultimate weeknight hero that comes together in no time—perfect for busy families.
Recipe credit: Allrecipes
Quick and Easy Tuna Casserole
This easy tuna casserole is quick to prep and ready to serve to a hungry family in just 30 minutes—simple and delicious for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth.
- Add the drained tuna, cooked noodles, peas, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, then finish with breadcrumbs for an extra crunchy topping.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown. Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.
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