Becky's Quick Easy Special Stove Top Tuna Casserole
Transform weeknight dinners with Becky's Quick Easy Special Stove Top Tuna Casserole—a comforting, one-pan recipe that's ready in just 25 minutes! This creamy, cheesy casserole combines tender egg noodles, hearty tuna, and vibrant peas in a luscious sauce made with cream of mushroom soup and a touch of milk. Infused with the savory goodness of sautéed onion and garlic, it’s then topped with melty cheddar cheese and an optional crispy breadcrumb garnish for added texture. Perfect for busy families, this effortless stovetop dish delivers classic casserole flavors without the need for baking. Quick, satisfying, and packed with pantry staples, it’s a must-try for fans of easy comfort food recipes that don’t skimp on flavor!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz dry egg noodles
- 2 5 oz cans canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 0.5 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and milk, mixing until smooth.
Step 5
Add the drained tuna, frozen peas, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine, then simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and gently stir to coat them evenly in the sauce.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture. Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt for about 2-3 minutes.
Step 8
If using breadcrumbs, toast them lightly in a small dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes and sprinkle them on top of the casserole before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy your comforting, stove top tuna casserole!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (419.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 497.6 |
| Total Fat 16.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 143.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 944.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.0g | |
| Protein 77.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 282.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 188.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 984.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories