This ham and noodle casserole recipe is a one-dish dinner everyone will love. It has diced ham and tender egg noodles tossed in a rich and creamy sauce with melted cheddar cheese on top. It's really quick and easy to make, so this cheesy ham and noodle casserole is the perfect comfort food meal for busy weeknights!
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The Best Ham and Noodle Casserole
This ham and noodle casserole recipe is so simple you wouldn't expect it to be this flavorful.
All of that flavor comes from the sauce that's super rich and creamy with the perfect seasoning. The creamy sauce coats the diced ham and egg noodles, then it's finished off with a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese.
The combination of everything is out-of-this-world good, and after one bite, you'll want to make this ham and noodle casserole every week for dinner!
Since it's so easy to make, it really does make the ideal family dinner when you don't have much time to cook. You can serve it with this classic house salad for a complete dinner the whole family is sure to love.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Quick and easy to make. You can have this ham and pasta casserole prepared to bake in less than 10 minutes. All you have to do is let the noodles cook, then mix the ingredients together and assemble the casserole. That's it!
Crowd-pleaser. Every time I serve this creamy ham and noodle casserole, everyone absolutely loves it! It's a guaranteed winner no matter what you make it for, whether it's a family dinner, a get-together with friends, or a holiday meal.
A winning combination. From the salty ham and flavorful noodles to the creamy sauce and cheese, there's a lot to love about this casserole.
Ingredients
This ham and noodle casserole recipe is made with really simple ingredients, and you only need a few.
Check out everything you'll need to make this ham and noodle bake:
- 8oz. wide egg noodles
- 1 ½ cup cooked ham, chopped
- 8oz. condensed cream of chicken or mushroom soup
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
If you're running to the store for ham steak, go ahead and buy a little extra so you can make this delicious air fryer ham steak next! Then if you end up with any leftover ham, you can use it in this ham salad recipe, ham casserole, or in this ham and hash brown casserole for another delicious ham casserole.
How To Make Ham and Noodle Casserole
1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish with some cooking spray.
2. Cook egg noodles: Boil water in a large pot and cook the egg noodles according to the package directions. When they're finished cooking, drain the noodles and add them to a large bowl.
3. Make the casserole filling: Add the condensed soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and cooked ham to the bowl of cooked egg noodles. Stir the ingredients together to coat the noodles in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of milk so it's easier to coat the noodles.
4. Assemble and bake: Transfer the noodles with chopped ham into the prepared baking dish. Add shredded cheese on top and bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes. When it's finished, serve the casserole warm, garnished with some parsley. Enjoy!
Tips To Make The Best Recipe
- Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup or cream of celery soup for a different flavor.
- Use leftover holiday ham to make the casserole more convenient.
- Add veggies like chopped broccoli, spinach, green beans, or frozen peas for a healthier casserole.
- Substitute cheddar cheese for Swiss cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, or mozzarella cheese for a different flavor.
- Cook the egg noodles to al dente since they'll continue to cook in the oven.
- Top the casserole with crushed potato chips and bake for an extra 3-4 minutes to add a little crunch and really take this casserole to another level.
- Double or triple the recipe if you're serving it to a crowd.
How To Store Ham and Noodle Casserole
In the fridge: Store the leftover ham and cheese casserole in an airtight container or in the baking dish with a lid on it in the fridge for about 4 days.
In the freezer: Allow the casserole to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 4 months.
Reheating: Put the leftovers in a casserole dish and warm in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until it's heated through. I like to top it with a little extra sharp cheddar cheese before reheating. Let the frozen casserole thaw in the fridge overnight or add more reheating time.
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Ham and Noodle Casserole
This ham and noodle casserole recipe is a one-dish dinner everyone will love. It has diced ham and tender egg noodles tossed in a rich and creamy sauce with melted cheddar cheese on top. It's really quick and easy to make, so this cheesy ham and noodle casserole is the perfect comfort food meal for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 8oz. wide egg noodles
- 1 ½ cup cooked ham, chopped
- 8 oz. condensed cream of chicken or mushroom soup
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch baking dish with some cooking oil.
- Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain noodles and add them to a large bowl.
- Stir in condensed soup, sour cream, garlic powder, and cooked ham.
- Mix until the noodles are coated. If the sauce is thick, add a few tablespoons of milk so the pasta is nicely coated.
- Transfer the noodles with ham into a baking dish. Add the cheese on top.
- Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve the casserole warm, garnished with some parsley.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 322Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 16g
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