Ham Cheese Rice Bake

Transform your weeknight dinners with this Ham Cheese Rice Bake, a cozy casserole loaded with creamy, cheesy goodness and packed with hearty ingredients. Fluffy white rice pairs perfectly with savory diced ham, vibrant pops of peas, and a rich blend of cream of mushroom soup and cheddar cheese. A golden, buttery panko and Parmesan topping adds a satisfying crunch to every bite. This easy-to-make dish is ready in under an hour and uses simple pantry staples like onion and garlic powder for a flavor boost. Perfect for feeding a family, this baked comfort food recipe is ideal for meal prepping or a crowd-pleasing dinner—just pair it with a fresh green salad for a complete, comforting meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 1.5 cups diced ham
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cups parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, diced ham, shredded cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen peas, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 4

In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and stir the parmesan cheese into the toasted breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Sprinkle the breadcrumb and parmesan mixture evenly over the top of the rice casserole.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the topping is crispy.

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1598.5 grams (1598.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2503

Total Fat 120.10g	154%
Saturated Fat 68.70g	344%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 456mg	152%
Sodium 8323mg	362%
Total Carbohydrate 218.10g	79%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 25.30g
Protein 138.40g	277%

Vitamin D 141IU	707%
Calcium 2329mg	179%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1809mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 34.8%