Dinner

Crockpot Ham and Potato Casserole: Your Midweek Comfort Meal Recipe

ByAndria Russo December 27, 2025December 27, 2025

Introduction

This Crockpot Ham and Potato Casserole is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With tender potatoes, savory ham, and melty cheddar cheese slow-cooked to perfection, it’s a hearty meal the whole family will love.

A serving of creamy mashed potato casserole sits on a white plate with a slightly rustic edge. The dish has about three layers: the bottom layer is smooth and white mashed potatoes, mixed with small pink chunks of ham. The middle layer shows golden melted cheese that is bubbly and slightly browned. The top layer is made of crispy, browned bits of ham and cheese, sprinkled with fresh green thyme leaves. A silver fork rests on the edge of the plate. The plate is placed on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 cups potatoes, diced (about 4 medium potatoes)
2 cups cooked ham, diced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup milk
1 medium onion, diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients by dicing the potatoes and cooked ham, and chopping the onion.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup and milk, stirring until smooth.
Step 3: In the crockpot, layer half of the diced potatoes evenly on the bottom.
Step 4: Sprinkle half of the diced ham, followed by half of the diced onion and half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes.
Step 5: Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, ham, onion, and cheese.
Step 6: Pour the soup and milk mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the crockpot.
Step 7: Season the top layer with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika if using.
Step 8: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for about 6 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
Step 9: Once cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the casserole hot.

Tips & Variations

For extra creaminess, stir in a half cup of sour cream or cream cheese before cooking.
Try swapping the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or celery soup for a different flavor.
Add chopped bell peppers or mushrooms for more vegetable variety and texture.
To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free cream of mushroom soup or make your own sauce.

Storage

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the entire dish covered in a 350°F oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.

How to Serve

The dish is a creamy mashed potato casserole served on a white plate with a rustic shape. The bottom layer is soft, light yellow mashed potatoes mixed with small cubes of pink ham. On top, there is a golden brown melted cheese layer with crispy edges sprinkled with darker, crunchy bacon bits. Some bright green fresh herbs garnish the dish, adding a touch of color. A silver fork rests on the side of the plate, which sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen potatoes instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use frozen diced potatoes, but reduce the cooking time slightly and ensure they are thawed or partly thawed before layering to avoid excess moisture.

Is it possible to prepare this casserole in the oven instead of a crockpot?

Absolutely. Layer the ingredients in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for about 1 hour or until the potatoes are tender, stirring halfway through.