Description

This classic tuna casserole is a comforting, creamy, and satisfying dinner that combines wide egg noodles, flaky canned tuna, peas, and a cheesy mushroom soup sauce topped with a crispy buttery panko crust. Perfect for busy evenings, this easy-to-make casserole delivers warm, familiar flavors that feel like home.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Tuna Casserole

16 ounces wide egg noodles
1 cup frozen peas
10 ounces canned tuna, drained (2 small cans)
2 cans condensed cream of mushroom soup (10.5 ounces each)
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Crispy Topping

½ cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Instructions

Cook the Noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until tender. Drain well and return them to the pot for mixing.
Mix the Filling: To the cooked noodles, add the frozen peas, drained canned tuna, condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir everything together until evenly combined. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to Casserole Dish: Butter a 9×13-inch casserole dish and transfer the noodle mixture into it, pressing gently to form an even layer.
Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs with the melted butter, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Top the Casserole: Sprinkle the buttered panko bread crumbs evenly over the surface of the casserole.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the casserole for 15 to 20 minutes until it is hot and bubbling and the topping is golden brown.

Notes

Nutrition information is calculated automatically and may vary depending on the brands used.
To bake from frozen: Cover and cook for 45–60 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until heated through and the topping is browned.
For a creamier, extra-moist casserole, add one additional can of condensed soup and ½ cup more milk before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Tuna Casserole, Classic Tuna Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Creamy Tuna Casserole, Egg Noodle Casserole