Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Printable Version)

Tender noodles and creamy tuna blend with a crispy Ritz cracker topping for a warm main dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz egg noodles

→ Casserole Mixture

02 - 2 cans (5 oz each) tuna in water, drained
03 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
04 - 1 cup whole milk
05 - 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
09 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Topping

12 - 1 sleeve (about 30) Ritz crackers, crushed
13 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil egg noodles in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, mix tuna, cream of mushroom soup, milk, peas, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Fold in cooked noodles until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
05 - Mix crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and Parmesan cheese if using. Sprinkle over casserole evenly.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until top is golden and casserole is bubbling.
07 - Allow casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Do not overcook the noodles or they will become mushy during baking
  • Ritz crackers provide a unique buttery crisp texture to the topping
03 -
  • Use freshly crushed Ritz crackers for the best topping texture
  • Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to set properly
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