Old Fashioned Tuna Potato Chip Casserole
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Old Fashioned Tuna Potato Chip Casserole, a nostalgic delight packed with flavor and hearty ingredients. Perfectly al dente egg noodles are tossed with tender chunks of canned tuna, sweet frozen peas, and a creamy sauce made from cream of mushroom soup and milk. Sautéed onions and a hint of cheddar cheese elevate the casserole, while a golden, crispy topping of crushed potato chips makes every bite irresistibly crunchy. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make classic is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve warm and savor the timeless combination of textures and tastes that make this dish a true crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 2 5-ounce cans canned tuna
- 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup (chopped) onion
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups (crushed) potato chips
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
While the noodles cook, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, canned tuna (drained), frozen peas, sautéed onion, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
Step 5
Add the cooked egg noodles to the mixing bowl and gently stir until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 6
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top, followed by the crushed potato chips.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the potato chip topping is golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy this classic comfort dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1632.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2217.7 |
| Total Fat 104.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g | |
| Cholesterol 423.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4107.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 180.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.6g | |
| Protein 144.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 760.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1473.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2695.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories