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Cheesy Ham Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Published: Apr 8, 2020 · Modified: Apr 10, 2020 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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Cheesy Ham Broccoli and Rice Casserole is a quick and easy casserole that is made with leftover ham and pantry staples! Creamy, hearty, and cheesy make this ham and broccoli packed casserole a family favorite.

casserole on a plate

I get super excited for any holiday that we celebrate and bake a traditional ham for a meal. I love the ham on the day it is cooked, but what I love more are the leftovers. Leftover ham makes some of my favorite meals, and I am excited to share one of my favorites: Cheesy Ham Broccoli and Rice Casserole.

This casserole has it all. Creamy, cheesy, smokey, hearty, and filled with delicious ham and broccoli. I top this casserole with a crushed cracker topping and it is so delicious!

My kiddos love this, and that is always a win. My oldest is a great eater, but my youngest is in a picky stage, but even he loves this meal. My favorite this about this casserole is the addition of the fresh broccoli because the cheesy broccoli with rice is so rich and tasty. This casserole is a breeze to put together as well because the ham is already cooked, and the rice is not pre-cooked before the casserole bakes- so simple and so easy!

casserole in a dish

What do you need to make Cheesy Ham Broccoli and Rice Casserole?

  • diced ham
  • fresh broccoli florets
  • cream of chicken soup
  • sour cream
  • black pepper
  • onion powder
  • long grain rice
  • chicken broth
  • grated cheddar cheese
  • round butter crackers
  • melted butter
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How do you make Cheesy Ham Broccoli and Rice Casserole?

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. Layer diced ham in the casserole dish. Next, add the broccoli on top of the ham.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together the soup, sour cream, pepper, onion powder, and rice. Add the broth and stir. Add 1 cup of cheese and stir.
  4. Pour liquid over the ham and broccoli. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. While the casserole bakes, prepare the cracker topping. Place crackers, into a sealable bag. Seal and crush the crackers. Add melted butter, seal, and mix with hands. Set aside.
  5. After 45 minutes, remove foil and add remaining cheese to the top of the casserole and following with crushed buttered crackers. Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow and allow casserole to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
casserole spooned from a dish

These days we have all have been staying home more, and recipes that can re-purpose leftovers are excellent to have saved because they stretch out meals, and are a great way to use all your leftovers! I don't know about your family, but sometimes getting mine to eat leftovers can be a struggle, but cooking with leftovers is a great option. Like I said, I love to use ham, but I love having leftover turkey and chicken as well.

casserole on a plate

Check out my favorite recipes using leftover ham!

  • Old-Fashioned Ham Salad
  •  Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
  • One-Pot Ham and Cheese Penne Pasta
  • Dill Pickle Pasta Salad with Ham
  • Slow Cooker Pea Soup with Potatoes and Ham
  • Easy Ham and Cheese Quiche
  • Ham and Cheese Gnocchi Skillet
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Cheesy Ham Broccoli and Rice Casserole

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Resting Time 5 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb diced ham
  • 2 ½ cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 (10.5) oz can cream of chicken soup
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 sleeves round butter crackers
  • 4 tbsp melted butter

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Layer diced ham in the casserole dish. Next, add the broccoli on top of the ham.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the soup, sour cream, pepper, onion powder, and rice. Add the broth and stir. Add 1 cup of cheese and stir.
  • Pour liquid over the ham and broccoli. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. While the casserole bakes, prepare the cracker topping. Place crackers, into a sealable bag. Seal and crush the crackers. Add melted butter, seal, and mix with hands. Set aside.
  • After 45 minutes, remove foil and add remaining cheese to the top of the casserole and following with crushed buttered crackers. Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow and allow casserole to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
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  1. Jen

    April 15, 2020 at 5:25 am

    Easy no-fuss weeknight meal!

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  2. Choclette

    April 15, 2020 at 11:14 am

    A cheesy casserole sounds so good. It's just about dinner time here and I've not thought what to cook so I might just have to cook this.

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