Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole (Print)

Tender noodles coated in creamy tuna sauce with a crispy Ritz cracker topping.

# Ingredients:

→ 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)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil salted water in a large pot and cook egg noodles 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 fully combined.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
05 - Combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter and optional Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until topping is golden brown and casserole bubbles.
07 - Allow casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Tender noodles combined with creamy tuna sauce
  • Buttery golden Ritz cracker topping
02 -
  • Use freshly crushed Ritz crackers for the best topping texture
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated in the oven
03 -
  • For added flavor, stir in sautéed mushrooms or diced celery
  • Substitute cream of celery or chicken soup for a different twist
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