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A tray of Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole.

Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole

Chef Jenn
Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole is a simple and satisfying comfort dish made with tender noodles, creamy sauce, and a crunchy bread topping. Perfect for busy nights or potlucks and just as delicious the next day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 434 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ cup onion diced
  • ½ cup celery diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 ½ cup peas
  • 6 ounces tuna water-packed, drained
  • 8 ounces egg noodles
  • ½ cup cheese shredded; I like gouda
  • 2 slices white bread crust removed
  • 2 tablespoons parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Cook the noodles until slightly underdone; drain and rinse.
  • Sauté the onion and celery in butter until soft.
  • Mix the soup, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  • Fold in the vegetables, peas, tuna, and noodles. Transfer to the casserole dish.
    Toss bread and cheese with melted butter and sprinkle on top.
  • Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden and heated through. Rest briefly, then serve.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • If you want to prepare this dish ahead of time, assemble the casserole but wait to add the bread topping until you’re ready to bake. This will keep it nice and crunchy.
  • Use water-packed canned tuna for a lighter flavor.
  • If you’re a cheese lover, feel free to add more cheese to the topping for extra cheesiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 434kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 646mgPotassium: 342mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 852IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 3mg

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