Delightful Deep-Fried Tuna Casserole
Experience a new twist on a classic favorite with this Deep-Fried Tuna Casserole. With crispy edges and a creamy center, this dish combines tender egg noodles, savory tuna, and gooey cheddar cheese for a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1 can (12 oz) high-quality chunk light tuna, drained
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook egg noodles in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- In a bowl, combine tuna, cooked noodles, soup, half of the cheddar cheese, onion powder, and garlic powder; mix well.
- Spread the mixture in the greased dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with olive oil; sprinkle over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 36mg