Best 8 Creamy Crunchy Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our creamy and crunchy tuna casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dish features tender tuna enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, complemented by a crunchy topping that adds a satisfying contrast. With its ease of preparation and customizable variations, this casserole is a versatile choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Explore our collection of creative tuna casserole recipes, ranging from traditional to modern twists, promising an unforgettable dining experience. Dive into a world of culinary exploration and discover the perfect tuna casserole recipe to suit your preferences, whether you crave a classic comfort food or a contemporary culinary adventure.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TUNA CASSEROLE



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Tuna Noodle Casserole combines flaky tuna and tender egg noodles in a cheesy creamy sauce.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Casserole     Dinner

Time 33m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups egg noodles
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion (diced)
2 stalks celery (diced)
⅔ cup frozen peas (defrosted)
1 can tuna (5-6 ounces, drained)
10 ½ ounces condensed mushroom soup
⅓ cup milk
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon parsley
½ cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
½ cup cheddar
1 tablespoon parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine topping ingredients and set aside.
  • Boil noodles al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Cook onion and celery in butter until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • In a large bowl combine noodles, onion mixture, peas, soup, milk, cheese, tuna and parsley. Mix well.
  • Spread into a 2qt casserole dish and top with crumb topping.
  • Bake 18-20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 689 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1.25 cup

CAMPBELL'S® TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup flavors a creamy sauce that is mixed with tuna, egg noodles and peas, topped with a crunchy bread crumb topping and baked to perfection.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10.75 ounce) cans Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (regular or 25% Lower Sodium)
1 cup milk
2 cups frozen peas
2 (10 ounce) cans tuna, drained
4 cups hot cooked medium egg noodles
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Stir soup, milk, peas, tuna and noodles in 3-quart casserole.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 30 minutes or until hot. Stir.
  • Mix bread crumbs with butter in bowl and sprinkle over tuna mixture. Bake for 5 minutes more.

TUNA CASSEROLE



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This cheesy Tuna Casserole has a made-from-scratch sauce and a crunchy parmesan topping that puts this classic recipe over the top. Your family will love this version!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces egg noodles
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 white onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 cups frozen peas
2 6 ounce cans solid white albacore tuna
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2-3 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and lightly grease a 9x13 pan. Cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. Drain and add pasta to prepared pan.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add in onion and saute 5 to 7 minutes, until softened. Stir in garlic and flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth and milk and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  • Once mixture has thickened, stir in peas, and tuna. Pour over pasta in the 9x13 pan. Add in cheddar cheese and toss to coat.
  • In a small bowl, use a fork to mix together bread crumbs, parmesan, and olive oil. Sprinkle over the pasta.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until bread crumbs are lightly browned. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721 kcal, Carbohydrate 75 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Sodium 957 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY TUNA CASSEROLE



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A creamy version of a comfort food classic. This recipe is a staple in our home and when served to guests they beg for the recipe. Hope you enjoy it too. :)

Provided by Frugal Zealot

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups dry elbow macaroni
2 (5 ounce) cans albacore tuna, in water. Undrained
8 ounces sour cream
1 cup vegetables, we use frozen corn
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
garlic powder
cracker, if desired

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cook pasta until al dente.
  • Combine tuna, sour cream, soup, veggies, and garlic in a pot and warm on stove top over low heat.
  • Combine tuna mixture with cooked, drained pasta and pour into a greased 9x12 pan.
  • Top with cheese and crackers and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Mmmm, good.

CREAMY TUNA-NOODLE CASSEROLE



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When you need supper fast, this tuna noodle casserole makes a super one-dish meal. Cooked chicken breast works well in place of the tuna. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cups uncooked egg noodles
1 cup frozen peas
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup fat-free sour cream
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cans (5 ounces each) light tuna in water, drained and flaked
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
TOPPING:
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook noodles according to package directions for al dente, adding peas during the last minute of cooking; drain., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, cheese, milk and salt; stir in tuna, onion and pepper. Add noodles and peas; toss to combine., Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, toss bread crumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CLASSIC TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Tuna tossed with noodles, peas and pimiento in a creamy sauce is baked until bubbling with crunchy crumb topping.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Celery Soup or Campbell's® Condensed 98% Fat Free Cream of Celery Soup
½ cup milk
1 cup cooked peas
2 tablespoons chopped pimentos
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
2 cups hot cooked medium egg noodles
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Mix soup, milk, peas, pimiento, tuna and noodles in 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Mix bread crumbs with butter. Sprinkle on top. Bake 5 minutes or until hot.

CRUNCHY TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Shredded Swiss cheese with cream of mushroom soup make this tuna and noodle casserole a creamy delight. Dinner table ready in 40 minutes, the entire family will love this easy tuna noodle casserole recipe. Serve with French's Crispy Fried Onions for a crunchy topping, and enjoy!

Provided by French's

Categories     Entrees,

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/3 cups Original Crispy Fried Onions
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (10 1/2 oz.) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 cup milk
2 cups medium shell pasta, cook as directed
2 (5 ounce) can water-packed tuna
1 cup Shredded Swiss cheese
3/4 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 350°F.
  • MIX soup and milk in 2-quart baking dish. Stir in pasta, tuna, cheese and peas.
  • TOP with crushed onions, bake 30 min. or until hot.

CRUNCHY TUNA CASSEROLE



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15 minutes is all it takes to ready this tasty recipe for the oven. Perfect for busy weeknights, our Crunchy Tuna Casserole is so simple and so savory.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup
1/2 cup milk
1 can (12 oz.) chunk light tuna in water, drained, flaked
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 tsp. paprika
1 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare Dinner as directed on package. Stir in soup, milk, tuna, celery and paprika.
  • Spoon into 2-qt. casserole; top with crushed chips.
  • Bake 30 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 980 mg, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 18 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tuna. Opt for tuna that is packed in water or oil and avoid tuna that is packed in brine, as it will make your casserole too salty.
  • Drain the tuna well. Before adding the tuna to the casserole, be sure to drain it well to remove any excess water or oil.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as chopped carrots, celery, or peas.
  • Use a creamy sauce. The creamy sauce is what makes this casserole so rich and delicious. Be sure to use a good quality cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup.
  • Top the casserole with crunchy breadcrumbs. The crunchy breadcrumbs add a nice texture to the casserole. You can use either plain breadcrumbs or seasoned breadcrumbs.
  • Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and golden brown. The casserole is done baking when it is bubbly around the edges and the top is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Creamy Crunchy Tuna Casserole is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With its creamy sauce, crunchy topping, and tender tuna, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Creamy Crunchy Tuna Casserole a try!

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