Kittencal'S Easy Tuna Or Chicken Noodle Casserole

Name: Kittencal'S Easy Tuna Or Chicken Noodle Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces egg noodles; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste, I use 1 teaspoon); 3 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional); 3/4 cup milk (or can use half-and-half cream); 1/2 cup sour cream (can increase to to 3/4 cup); 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste, or use white salt); 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste); 1 small onion, finely chopped (can use 2 green onions); 1/4 cup pimiento, chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 large celery rib, diced; 1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked (can add another 3 ounces for a more meatier casserole if desired, or use cooked chicken or turkey); 12 -15 butter flavored crackers, broken in pieces (such as Ritz Crackers)

Servings: persons

6 ounces egg noodles
2 tablespoons butter
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste, I use 1 teaspoon)
3 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
3/4 cup milk (or can use half-and-half cream)
1/2 cup sour cream (can increase to to 3/4 cup)
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste, or use white salt)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 small onion, finely chopped (can use 2 green onions)
1/4 cup pimiento, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 large celery rib, diced
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked (can add another 3 ounces for a more meatier casserole if desired, or use cooked chicken or turkey)
12 -15 butter flavored crackers, broken in pieces (such as Ritz Crackers)

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
3
Cook the egg noodles in boiling salted water; drain then toss with 2 tablespoons butter.
4
In a large saucepan, mix the undiluted mushroom soup, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese (if using) milk or half and half, sour cream, salt, pepper, chopped onion, pimiento, bell pepper and celery; cook over low heat, stirring frequently for 15 minutes.
5
Add in the tuna or chicken; mix to combine.
6
Combine the mixture with the cooked egg noodles.
7
Transfer to prepared greased baking dish.
8
Sprinkle top with the broken Ritz crackers.
9
Bake for about 25 minutes.

2836

kcal

Calories

279

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces egg noodles, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted, 1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste, I use 1 teaspoon), and more.

Yes, Kittencal'S Easy Tuna Or Chicken Noodle Casserole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!