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Cheesy tuna noodle casserole from scratch is what’s on the menu today. It’s easy, comforting, and made with just a few pantry staples.

This version keeps things simple with egg noodles, creamy cheese, and canned tuna. No extra steps, no fancy add-ins, just real, cozy food!

Tuna casserole is one of those meals that works in any season. It’s perfect for chilly nights or quick summer dinners when you don’t want to fuss.

Best Tuna Casserole

Name: Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 bag egg noodles (8 ounce); 5-6 cans of albacore tuna in water (drained and in chunks); 1 can cream of mushroom soup; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 tbsp butter; Salt and Pepper to taste

Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe | Made with Cream of Mushroom soup, Egg Noodles, and Cheese

The best tuna casserole is all about creamy texture, melty cheese, and just the right balance of noodles and tuna in every bite.

Supply List

1 bag egg noodles 8 ounce
5-6 cans of albacore tuna in water drained and in chunks
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp butter
Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions : Step by Step

Preheat oven to 375
Cook egg noodles as directed on bag (I only cooked for 8 minutes as they cook more in the oven too)
Drain egg noodle and add to large bowl
Add butter and stir in mushroom soup
Add drained / chunky pieces of tuna and stir
Add mixture to oven safe dish (I used 6×8 baking dish)
Sprinkle shredded cheddar across the top of mixuure
Bake 20 minutes until cheese is light brown and/or bubbling on sides

Tips

You can add any vegetable to this recipe and also top with potato chips or bread crumbs.

Servings:

Author: Jessica Bruno

Tuna Casserole with Campbell’s Soup

Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup keeps the noodles creamy, don’t skip it!

This is a great weeknight meal, and if you double it, you’ll have easy leftovers.

Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe | Perfect for a meal during the week | Cooked with Mushroom Soup | Egg Noodles | Albacore Tuna | Cheese

One of the best things about this cheesy tuna noodle casserole from scratch is how far it goes. It’s not only delicious but budget-friendly, too.

Make a big pan for dinner and enjoy easy leftovers the next day. Just add a splash of water before reheating and maybe a little extra cheese on top—because why not?

You may also like our 30 minute Shepherd’s Pie Recipe for during the week as well. It’s ridiculously easy and tastes delicious.

Meals for during the Week | Shepherd's Pie | Easy Tuna Casserole Recipe | Perfect for a meal during the week | Cooked with Mushroom Soup | Egg Noodles | Albacore Tuna | Cheese

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