Velveeta Tuna Noodle Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, Velveeta Tuna Noodle Casserole is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution your family will love. This recipe combines tender egg noodles, flaky tuna, and sweet peas in a velvety cheese sauce made with melted Velveeta and cream of mushroom soup. Infused with savory onion, garlic powder, and the perfect hint of seasoning, every bite is a burst of creamy flavor. For added texture, an optional topping of crunchy buttered breadcrumbs creates a golden, bubbly crust that’s sure to impress. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total bake time of 35 minutes, this hearty casserole is an effortless way to serve up nostalgia at dinnertime. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing meal or make-ahead leftovers, it's a must-try classic that's as easy as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz egg noodles
• 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
• 2 5 oz cans canned tuna (in water), drained
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup onion, finely diced
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup buttered breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
• 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the cubed Velveeta cheese and milk. Stir constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 4

Add the cream of mushroom soup, diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Fold in the drained tuna and frozen peas into the sauce mixture.

Step 6

Add the cooked egg noodles and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray, then pour the noodle mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the top for a crunchy topping.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1852.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2673.4

Total Fat 131.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 443.4mg	0%
Sodium 9575.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 66.2g
Protein 165.0g	0%

Vitamin D 329.1IU	0%
Calcium 2949.3mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 3438.1mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 33.4%