Ham Rice Bake

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Ham Rice Bake is the perfect solution for using up leftover ham while delivering a satisfying family meal. Featuring tender cooked rice, savory diced ham, sweet bursts of frozen peas, and a velvety, seasoned sauce made with sour cream and a hint of paprika, this dish is crowned with a golden, crunchy panko breadcrumb topping for the ultimate texture contrast. Prepared in just 15 minutes and baked to bubbling perfection in under 40 minutes, this easy casserole is ideal for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing potluck. Pair it with a fresh salad or crusty bread for a well-rounded meal that's as delicious as it is simple. Make this Ham Rice Bake your go-to comfort food classic today!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups diced ham
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly golden and bubbly.

Step 3

Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced ham, frozen peas, and 1.5 cups of cheddar cheese. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir until well combined.

Step 6

Transfer the rice mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese on top.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Ham Rice Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1869.2 grams (1869.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3171

Total Fat 160.70g	206%
Saturated Fat 89.20g	446%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g
Cholesterol 578mg	193%
Sodium 7256mg	315%
Total Carbohydrate 280.40g	102%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 38.80g
Protein 155.70g	311%

Vitamin D 166IU	828%
Calcium 2387mg	184%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 2170mg	46%

*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: 45.3%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 35.2%