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4 Ingredient Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe


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I recently participated in Social Nature’s campaign for Wild Planet Skipjack Tuna, a sustainable, non-GMO, 2 ingredient canned tuna product. According to Wild Planet’s website, Skipjack tuna is low in mercury compared to other varieties. Each can is packed in water and sea salt. I got to try a can of Skipjack tuna from Wild Planet and initially had no clue what to do with it since I mainly use tuna pouches for simple sandwiches. Then I stumbled upon some recipes from cooks.com for tuna noodle casserole, where I took inventory of my pantry and brainstormed my own version!

Wild Planet Skipjack wild tuna can

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Bread crumbs, tuna, cream of mushroom soup, and macaroni and cheese for tuna noodle casserole

This tuna casserole contains only 4 ingredients: boxed macaroni and cheese, a can of tuna, a can of cream-based soup, and milk. For about $5, this makes an ideal quick dinner for 3-4 people.

You don’t need a giant box of macaroni and cheese to make this. A simple 6 to 7 ounce box will do. Prepare the pasta according to the box’s directions. Don’t forget the cheese packet!

Flaked skipjack canned tuna from Wild Planet

I drained the can of tuna and used a fork to flake the fish. Some people like bigger chunks; the choice is up to you.

Once the macaroni and cheese is ready, add the contents of the canned tuna along with a can of creamed soup (I used mushroom). I mixed everything together and added it to a 2 quart greased baking dish. Top it with breadcrumbs and/or shredded cheese and into the oven it goes!

4 ingredient tuna noodle casserole with macaroni and cheese
4 ingredient tuna noodle casserole with macaroni and cheese

The casserole was pure comfort. It was cheesy but not overly fishy. That’s what I like the most about Wild Planet’s Skipjack tuna; the smell is very mild compared to other tuna brands I’ve tried. The crumb topping gave nice texture to the creamy noodles.

Plate of 4 ingredient tuna noodle casserole with macaroni and cheese

To learn more about Wild Planet and to find their products at a store near you, visit wildplanetfoods.com

4 ingredient tuna noodle casserole with macaroni and cheese
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5 from 2 votes

4 Ingredient Tuna Noodle Casserole

An easy casserole using boxed macaroni and canned tuna.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: casseroles, pasta, seafood
Servings: 4
Author: BeeKneeBob

Ingredients

  • 7 oz. boxed macaroni and cheese
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz.)
  • 1 can tuna, drained and flaked (5 oz.)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • shredded cheese, bread crumbs (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare macaroni and cheese according to instructions.
  • Stir in soup, milk, and tuna. Pour into a greased 2 quart baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and/or crumbs. Bake uncovered 20-25 minutes.

Notes

  • Any cream-based soup will do but the chicken and mushroom varieties are the most popular.
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4 responses to “4 Ingredient Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe”

  1. Cara Avatar
    Cara

    5 stars
    Thanks for the idea!!
    My inventory is meager, never-ending looking for egg noodles and about 4 of the top tuna casserole recipes say “egg noodles”. So I sat for a minute, wondered what else could be used instead..? I’m trying the recipe now, fingers crossed I don’t mess it up. Pretty easy peezy lemon squeezy. 😉

    1. beekneebob Avatar

      I hope the recipe worked out for you! (Apologies for the late reply!)

  2. Lisa Avatar
    Lisa

    5 stars
    I didn’t have canned tuna on hand but had canned chicken so I made this using the chicken and cream of chicken soup and topped with French fried onions. It came out delicious.

    1. beekneebob Avatar

      That’s a great idea! I’m a big fan of canned chicken and can picture your version easily. The fried onions must have been a fantastic addition.

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