Nutrition Facts for Kid friendly tuna casserole

Kid Friendly Tuna Casserole

Whip up a comforting, family-friendly dinner with this Kid Friendly Tuna Casserole, a quick and easy dish that's sure to please even the pickiest eaters! Perfect for busy weeknights, this creamy casserole combines tender egg noodles, nutritious peas and carrots, and protein-packed canned tuna in a flavorful base of cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese. Topped with a golden, buttery breadcrumb crust, every bite is a delightful mix of creamy and crunchy textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, this six-serving meal is as convenient as it is satisfying. Serve it warm for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish your whole family will love. Keywords: kid-friendly recipe, tuna casserole, easy weeknight dinner, family meals, comfort food, quick casserole recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:30 mins
Total Time:45 mins
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces egg noodles
  • 10 ounces canned tuna (in water, drained)
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 0.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Add the cooked egg noodles, drained tuna, frozen peas and carrots, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Gently mix until evenly combined.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the bread crumbs and mix well.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Then, evenly distribute the buttered breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy this kid-approved meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1688.9g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2731.9
Total Fat 127.4g 0%
Saturated Fat 70.6g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 538.4mg 0%
Sodium 5877.3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.6g 0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g 0%
Total Sugars 36.7g
Protein 179.4g 0%
Vitamin D 470.3IU 0%
Calcium 2443.5mg 0%
Iron 17.0mg 0%
Potassium 2354.6mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%
Protein: 26.2%
Carbs: 31.9%