Tuna Noodle Casserole is an easy dinner idea the whole family loves. This super quick casserole recipe is great for potlucks & perfect for busy weeknights.
I am on a mission to mix things up & bring both my family & you all some AWESOME dinner ideas. I know I’m always looking for some fresh new recipes that the family will enjoy & you probably are too. So this past weekend I whipped up this Tuna Noodle Casserole that was absolutely delicious. (Don’t miss our Easy Beef Stroganoff too!)
It’s not your standard Tuna Noodle Casserole though. I added some bacon & Goldfish crackers too. Oh, yea- it was incredible!
Easiest Tuna Noodle Casserole
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I was wanting a casserole but wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do until I found the Goldfish crackers.
I find that the easiest way to crunch up the crackers for the top of the casserole is to measure them out in a zip top bag & then give them a good pounding with the rolling pin. It’s quick & easy & very little mess.
Just look at that – casserole perfection!!
Here are some commonly asked questions
Can I use bacon bits instead of fresh bacon?
Yes, if you are looking to cut down on time, that is a great option. I prefer to have larger pieces of bacon in our casserole, so many times I will make the bacon ahead of time, like the morning before or even just make extra for breakfast & save it for this recipe.
Can I use frozen peas instead of canned?
Yes, frozen will work just fine. Just make sure they are cooked until soft prior to mixing into the casserole before baking.
HOW DO YOU MAKE Tuna Noodle Casserole?
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Spray casserole dish with cooking spray – set aside.
- Cook bacon until crispy – set aside to cool.
- Once bacon is cool- crumble & set aside.
- Cook noodles to package directions – drain & place back in stock pot or large bowl.
- Add soup, milk, 1/2 of the cheese, drained peas, bacon & seasonings to the cooked noodles. Stir to combine.
- Transfer to prepared casserole dish & spread to an even layer.
- Place Goldfish crackers in a zip top bag & crunch them into crumbs – sprinkle over casserole in an even layer.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake approx 30 minutes – or until golden brown on top & heated all the way through.
It was wonderful AND – you can double this recipe easily. So if you wanted to pack one away in the freezer for another time or you have a potluck happening- this is a perfect recipe to make for that.
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BBQ Ranch Chicken Casserole
Slow Cooker Corn Casserole
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Tuna Noodle Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 can Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup 23 ounces
- 2 cup milk
- 2 cans peas drained
- 3 cans cans tuna 10 ounces each - drained
- 4 cups medium egg noodles cooked and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 cups bacon- cooked & crumbled 1 package
- 1 tbsp dried minced onions
- 1 tbsp granulated garlic
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp pepper
- 2 cups Goldfish Crackers crushed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Spray the casserole dish with cooking spray or oil - set aside.
- Cook the bacon until it is crispy - set aside to cool.
- Once bacon is cool- crumble & set aside.
- Cook the noodles to the package directions - drain & place back in the pot or large bowl.
- Add soup, milk, 1/2 of the cheese, drained peas, tuna, bacon & seasonings (onions, garlic, salt & pepper) to the cooked noodles. Stir to combine.
- Transfer to the prepared casserole dish & spread into an even layer.
- Place the Goldfish crackers in a zip top bag & crunch them into crumbs - sprinkle the crumbs over the casserole in an even layer.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for approx 30 minutes - or until golden brown on top & heated all the way through.
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Tamar says
My mom never made this! I also refused to eat tuna salad as a kid. She did make tuna sauce though, pasta, with red sauce mixed with tuna – I loved that!
Kim Cunningham says
I haven’t had this in years, but it is true childhood comfort food!
Amber Edwards says
Now that is a delicious looking recipe! It would be perfect for our next family dinner and i love how easy it is! #Client
Jollean blake says
This looks great I will make this week
Elaine Washington says
Looks delicious! I notice the recipe calls for 1 can of condensed soup (23 ounces). The average can is 10.5 ounces…should I add two of these or do you mean I should prepare the 10.5 ounce can as directed (adding 1 can of water)? Thanks!
Gina Kleinworth says
Good question. It is the larger family-size can. They usually run between 22-26 ounces depending on the brand. But you can use 2 standard cans too. You don’t need the additional water called for to make it into soup.
Sandra Anderson says
This was real good and would make it again. It was a little dry because I used too many noodles. I put in a whole 12 oz pkg. Again very good.