Spicy Tuna Casserole

Turn up the heat on classic comfort food with this Spicy Tuna Casserole—an easy, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. This casserole features tender egg noodles tossed with creamy mushroom sauce, hearty chunks of tuna, and a kick of spice from hot sauce and red chili flakes. Loaded with frozen peas for a pop of freshness and topped with a golden, crunchy panko-parmesan breadcrumb crust, this dish strikes the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy, and crispy. Ready in just 45 minutes, this baked casserole is a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make and irresistibly delicious. Serve piping hot with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz egg noodles
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 10 oz canned tuna, drained
• 10.5 oz (1 can) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp hot sauce
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or olive oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the drained tuna, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, hot sauce, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Add the cooked noodles, tuna mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, and frozen peas to the bowl with the sauce. Stir everything together until evenly combined.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your spicy, flavorful tuna casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4745.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5264.7

Total Fat 312.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 143.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 50.0g
Cholesterol 793.6mg	0%
Sodium 18485.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 372.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 119.0g
Protein 260.9g	0%

Vitamin D 1656.8IU	0%
Calcium 4750.5mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 4943.2mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 27.8%