Best 7 Chef Johns Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipes

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Chef John's tuna noodle casserole is a classic dish that is both comforting and delicious. The combination of tuna, noodles, vegetables, and a creamy sauce creates a meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. This casserole is also incredibly easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Tuna Noodle Casserole image

"Tuna noodle casserole was the first dish my mom made after she got married. It took me years to perfect it!" says Ree.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
12 ounces wide egg noodles
1 stick salted butter, plus more for the baking dish
1 medium onion, diced
6 ounces white button mushrooms, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk, warmed
1/2 cup dry sherry
Freshly ground pepper
3 6.4-ounce packages white albacore tuna in water, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup panko

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook as the label directs for al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, for a couple of minutes, until softened. Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mixture and stir so that the flour coats the onion and mushrooms thoroughly. Cook, stirring, until toasted, about 1 more minute. Add the milk and sherry and whisk to combine. Cook the sauce, whisking, until it's nice and thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and stir. Adjust the seasoning to make sure the sauce is adequately salted.
  • Add the tuna to the sauce and stir, then stir in the bell pepper and 1 tablespoon of the parsley. Stir in the noodles until they're coated. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and transfer the noodle mixture to the dish.
  • Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a bowl in the microwave; combine it with the panko and remaining 1 tablespoon parsley.
  • Top the casserole with the panko mixture and bake until golden, 25 to 30 minutes.

CHEF JOHN'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Chef John's Tuna Noodle Casserole image

I consider this the king of comfort food casseroles. What I love about this recipe, other than that it is simple and easy, is that it doesn't require the traditional can of cream of mushroom soup--but it still has the same amount of creamy, decadent goodness that every casserole should. Serve this with a green salad on the side.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Tuna

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup finely diced yellow onion
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups cold milk
1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 (12 ounce) package dry egg noodles
2 (5.5 ounce) cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained and crumbled, or to taste
¾ cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until it starts to soften up and turn translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the flour, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, reducing heat if needed.
  • Pour in cold milk and whisk for 1 minute. Raise heat to medium-high and cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer. Remove from heat, whisk in Cheddar cheese, and reserve until needed.
  • Fill a large pot with water and remaining salt and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles for 5 minutes. Drain well and add to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the reserved sauce, followed by tuna, peas, cayenne, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix with a spatula until evenly combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Mix bread crumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and olive oil together in a small bowl until combined and resembling wet sand. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 808.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Chef John's Tuna Noodle Casserole image

I consider this the king of comfort food casseroles. What I love about this recipe, other than that it is simple and easy, is that it doesn't require the traditional can of cream of mushroom soup-but it still has the same amount of creamy, decadent goodness that every casserole should. Serve this with a green salad on the side.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup finely diced yellow onion
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups cold milk
1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 (12 ounce) package dry egg noodles
2 (5.5 ounce) cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained and crumbled, or to taste
¾ cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until it starts to soften up and turn translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the flour, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, reducing heat if needed.
  • Pour in cold milk and whisk for 1 minute. Raise heat to medium-high and cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer. Remove from heat, whisk in Cheddar cheese, and reserve until needed.
  • Fill a large pot with water and remaining salt and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles for 5 minutes. Drain well and add to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the reserved sauce, followed by tuna, peas, cayenne, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix with a spatula until evenly combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Mix bread crumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and olive oil together in a small bowl until combined and resembling wet sand. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 808.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Chef John's Tuna Noodle Casserole image

I consider this the king of comfort food casseroles. What I love about this recipe, other than that it is simple and easy, is that it doesn't require the traditional can of cream of mushroom soup-but it still has the same amount of creamy, decadent goodness that every casserole should. Serve this with a green salad on the side.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup finely diced yellow onion
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups cold milk
1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 (12 ounce) package dry egg noodles
2 (5.5 ounce) cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained and crumbled, or to taste
¾ cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until it starts to soften up and turn translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the flour, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, reducing heat if needed.
  • Pour in cold milk and whisk for 1 minute. Raise heat to medium-high and cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer. Remove from heat, whisk in Cheddar cheese, and reserve until needed.
  • Fill a large pot with water and remaining salt and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles for 5 minutes. Drain well and add to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the reserved sauce, followed by tuna, peas, cayenne, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix with a spatula until evenly combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Mix bread crumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and olive oil together in a small bowl until combined and resembling wet sand. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 808.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Chef John's Tuna Noodle Casserole image

I consider this the king of comfort food casseroles. What I love about this recipe, other than that it is simple and easy, is that it doesn't require the traditional can of cream of mushroom soup-but it still has the same amount of creamy, decadent goodness that every casserole should. Serve this with a green salad on the side.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup finely diced yellow onion
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups cold milk
1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 (12 ounce) package dry egg noodles
2 (5.5 ounce) cans tuna packed in olive oil, drained and crumbled, or to taste
¾ cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup plain bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until it starts to soften up and turn translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the flour, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, reducing heat if needed.
  • Pour in cold milk and whisk for 1 minute. Raise heat to medium-high and cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer. Remove from heat, whisk in Cheddar cheese, and reserve until needed.
  • Fill a large pot with water and remaining salt and bring to a rapid boil. Cook egg noodles for 5 minutes. Drain well and add to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the reserved sauce, followed by tuna, peas, cayenne, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix with a spatula until evenly combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Mix bread crumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and olive oil together in a small bowl until combined and resembling wet sand. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 808.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHEF JOHN'S DRUNKEN NOODLES



Chef John's Drunken Noodles image

I did have a drink or three while making these, so I could enjoy them as the food gods intended, which is slightly drunk. At least that's the main theory on how this dish got its name. The other theory is that it got its name because at one point it was made with wine - but that's not as entertaining! Serve garnished with Thai basil and lime, if desired.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Thai Main Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounces dried rice noodles
¼ cup oyster sauce
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup shallots, thinly sliced
6 teaspoons chile padi (bird's eye chiles), thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
1 pound Chinese broccoli, sliced
4 stalk (blank)s green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves

Steps:

  • Soak rice noodles in hot water until flexible, 10 to 15 minutes. Occasionally move the noodles around to separate them. Drain the water and cover with a wet paper towel.
  • Combine oyster sauce, soy sauce, Asian fish sauce, maple syrup, sugar, and water in a small bowl.
  • Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a wok, or large frying pan, over medium-high heat. Stir-fry shallots, chile peppers, and garlic until shallots are soft, about 2 minutes. Move the mixture around the outside of the pan to create a space and add chicken. Sear for 1 minute, then combine with shallot mixture. Add Chinese broccoli stems and stir-fry until tender, about 2 minutes. Add Chinese broccoli leaves and stir-fry until wilted.
  • Add drunken noodle sauce and sliced green onions and mix. Cook until sauce begins to simmer. Add soaked rice noodles and toss to coat until noodles have absorbed the sauce and are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in Thai basil leaves until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.2 calories, Carbohydrate 61.2 g, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1392.8 mg

SANDY D'AMATO'S TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



Sandy D'amato's Tuna Noodle Casserole image

Sandy is the chef owner of Sanford Restaurant and has a food column in our local paper. This is very good. No cream of anything soup in here!

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Tuna

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

4 ounces wide egg noodles
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon butter
1 (5 ounce) onions, diced small
2 celery ribs, finely diced
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon dry mustard (to taste)
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 drops hot pepper sauce (to taste)
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
3/4 cup frozen peas
6 ounces grated cheddar cheese
1 (12 ounce) can solid white tuna packed in water, well drained
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped dill
1/4 cup pimento stuffed olive (coarsely chopped)
1 (5 ounce) bag potato chips, crushed
2 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook noodles, then drain and cool. Set aside.
  • Place medium sauce pot over medium heat. Add butter and, when melted, add onion and celery. Sweat 4 minutes.
  • Add flour and cook, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes - do not brown.
  • Add bay leaf, dry mustard, milk and shipping cream and bring to a boil while whipping.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, salt pepper, and hot pepper sauce and simmer 2 minutes.
  • Add the grainy mustard, peas and cheese and remove from heat. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Toss reserved noodles with tuna.
  • Add lemon juice, dill, olives and the reserved sauce.
  • Place in a 9x9-inch or 11x7-inch baking dish and sprinkle with topping. Bake in preheated oven 25 to 30 minutes until hot, bubbly and crisp on top.
  • TOPPING: Combine all ingredients and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 885.6, Fat 59.8, SaturatedFat 24, Cholesterol 152.8, Sodium 3757.9, Carbohydrate 50.8, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 42.3

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Do not overcook the egg noodles; they should be al dente before baking.
  • Use high-quality canned tuna packed in olive oil for the best flavor and texture.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as chopped carrots, celery, or peas.
  • Serve the casserole immediately after baking, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This tuna noodle casserole is a classic comfort food recipe that is easy to prepare and loved by people of all ages. With its creamy sauce, tender noodles, and flavorful tuna, it is a dish that will surely warm your heart and fill your belly. So next time you are looking for a quick and satisfying meal, give this tuna noodle casserole a try.

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