Stove Top Tuna Casserole is a classic comfort food dish that can be easily prepared with just a few ingredients. It is perfect for busy weeknights and makes great use of canned tuna. Your entire family will love this easy and delicious meal.
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ It’s a super easy recipe that only takes 20 minutes to make!
✔️ You can use pantry staples that you already have in your kitchen which can save you a trip to the grocery store.
✔️ Canned tuna is affordable and a great source of lean protein.
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- egg noodles cooked
- canned soup - this recipe uses cream of chicken soup, but you can substitute cream of mushroom or celery if you'd prefer.
- evaporated milk
- Montreal steak seasoning
- canned tuna - I prefer using all white albacore tuna in water. But use what your budget and preference is.
- Frozen vegetables - this is great easy shortcut. Of course you can use fresh vegetables if you'd prefer. Just be sure to saute them first.
- Shredded cheese - cheddar cheese would be a classic choice. You can substitute with Colby Jack or Monterey Jack if you'd prefer. (Pepper Jack cheese is also amazing!)
- optional garnish: black pepper and minced parsley.
Tuna Casserole is always tasty when it's topped with crushed potato chips, parmesan cheese or bread crumbs mixed with a few tablespoons of melted butter. That buttery crumb topping takes it over the top!
Instructions
This is a photo overview of the instructions. For the complete written directions, just scroll down to the bottom! They are in the recipe card.
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Equipment
- large pot or dutch oven
- whisk
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FAQ's
It’s possible that there wasn’t enough liquid added to the recipe. If your casserole is dry, add a splash of pasta water or milk while it cooks on the stovetop to help loosen up the sauce. This recipe won't be, trust me!!
Top Tip
Follow the package directions to determine the correct cooking time for your brand of pasta. Different brands have different cooking times, so remember to take a quick peek at the timing for this pantry staple.
- If your sauce is too thick, the pasta water will help thin it slightly without causing it to be come runny.
Storage
Refrigerate - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Freeze - This casserole can also be frozen. Be sure to wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and then place in a freezer bag or container. It will keep up to 3 months. Learn all the tips for freezing tuna casserole here!
Reheat - The best way to reheat is on the stovetop in a saucepan over medium heat. You can add a splash of milk if it’s too thick. You can also reheat it in the microwave, on 50% power until warm all the through.
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- Ham and Noodle Casserole - you'll love the salty/creamy pasta casserole.
- Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel is one of my go-to recipes to make when I need a simple meal that can be made ahead of time. It's a great homemade meal your family will love.
Serve with
- These Steamed Green Beans are easy to make when you want to serve another fresh vegetable alongside this stovetop tuna noodle casserole recipe.
- Pair this hearty meal with a fresh side dish like these Pan Fried Vegetables for tasty meal that is not only well balanced but also family-friendly.
- If you are like me and have a sweet tooth at the end of a meal, try this simple Lemon Bar recipe. It's refreshing and super easy to make.
For a whole list of What to Serve with Tuna Casserole click here!
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Stove Top Tuna Casserole Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 8 ounce package egg noodles cooked to al dente
- 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 12 ounce can evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
- 5 ounce can Albacore chunk white tuna well drained and flaked
- 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- fresh cracked black pepper and minced parsley.
Instructions
- Generously salt a large pot of boiling water. Add the pasta, cook to al dente. Drain well and reserve one cup of pasta liquid.
- Add the cream of chicken soup and evaporated milk to a large skillet or pot. Whisk together to combine. Add the shredded cheese and whisk until the cheese is melted.
- Season the sauce with steak seasoning. Add flaked tuna and frozen vegetables, and stir well.
- Add the cooked noodles and stir and combine to mix with the cheesy sauce. You probably won't need it, but if the sauce is stiff, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
- Garnish with fresh cracked black pepper and minced parsley.
Kathleen says
May I use regular whole milk instead of evaporated milk?
Debra Clark says
Yes, whole milk is great! You can even use 2%, it just won't be as creamy. Enjoy the recipe, it's a great dinner Kathleen!