Rice and Ham Casserole

Cozy up with a hearty and satisfying Rice and Ham Casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights or comforting family dinners! This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy cooked rice, savory diced ham, and tender peas, all enveloped in a creamy blend of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of mushroom soup. Topped with a golden, buttery breadcrumb crust and a sprinkle of extra cheese, this baked casserole delivers rich flavors and delightful textures in every bite. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and a bubbling, golden finish straight from the oven, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for sharing or meal prepping. Perfectly balanced with protein, veggies, and cheesy goodness, this one-dish wonder will become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked white rice
• 2 cups Diced ham
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) Cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cups Sour cream
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 cups Diced onion
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced ham, shredded cheddar cheese (reserving 1/2 cup for topping), cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Stir in the frozen peas, diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Pour the rice and ham mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter until evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheddar cheese followed by the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 9

Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1761.9 grams (1761.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2712

Total Fat 133.90g	172%
Saturated Fat 75.00g	375%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 503mg	168%
Sodium 9580mg	417%
Total Carbohydrate 248.70g	90%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 35.20g
Protein 135.20g	270%

Vitamin D 117IU	584%
Calcium 1814mg	140%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2041mg	43%

*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: 44.0%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 36.3%