Slow Cooker Ham and Rice Casserole

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This Slow Cooker Ham and Rice Casserole is loaded with cheesy goodness. Not only is this slow cooker recipe easy to make but it’s also hearty and comforting.

If you are looking for an easy-to-make dinner to change up your meal plan, here is a great recipe that your entire family is going to enjoy. This cheesy rice and ham casserole is always a hit with the kids.

bowl of slow cooker ham and rice casserole

Ham and rice casserole with condensed soup

Some days I wake up and I just crave easy comfort food. Today was no different. So, I took a peek into the cabinets to see what I could make. I whipped up this easy Slow Cooker Ham and Rice Casserole and it was so creamy and delicious. I paired this recipe with these easy air fryer green beans.

Ingredients

To make this all in one meal you only need ten ingredients. Most of these ingredients are pantry staples you may not even need to make a trip to the grocery store.

cream of chicken soup
mayo
sour cream
garlic
black pepper
uncooked basmati rice
cubed ham
broccoli
butter
french fried onions

See the recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

To make this easy and creamy casserole you only need to follow these four simple steps. Then you will have a hearty and comforting meal.

Step 1: Mix your ingredients

Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Then, in a large mixing bowl, add cream of chicken soup, mayo, sour cream, minced garlic, pepper, and rice. Stir and add to the slow cooker.

Step 2: Cut the ham and broccoli

Cut ham into ½” cubes. Wash broccoli and cut into florets. Add cubed ham and broccoli to the top of the rice.

Step 3: Finish adding the ingredients to your casserole

Cover with cheddar cheese. Top with ½ of the fried onion. Pour melted butter over the top.

Step 4: Cook your casserole

Set the slow cooker to High, cover, and cook for 2 ½ hours. Remove the lid and stir to combine ingredients. Top with remaining fried onion straws.

zoomed in image of slow cooker ham and rice casserole.

Substitutions

Don’t have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this Slow Cooker Ham and Rice Casserole.

Cheddar Cheese Soup – don’t have a can of cream of chicken soup on hand? Use cheddar cheese soup instead.
Cheese – switch up the cheese and use whatever you hand on hand. I’ve used mexcian blend and colby jack.

Variations

Want to personalize this ham and rice casserole with condensed soup recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

Spicy – add chili pepper flakes to give your recipe a spicy kick
Chicken – don’t like ham? use chopped cooked chicken instead.
Broccoli – Hate broccoli leave it out.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole.

off center image of ham, broccoli and rice casserole in a white bowl.

Equipment

All you need to make this recipe is a few basic kitchen tools.

slow cooker
knife and cutting board

Storage

Store leftover casserole in the fridge for up to three days.

wooden spoonful of ham and cheese broccoli rice and cheese casserole in the slow cooker.

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FAQ

Do you have questions about ham and rice casserole? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about this recipe.

How do I reheat?

Reheat leftovers in the microwave for one to two minutes or until warm all the way through.

Can I freeze?

No, this casserole will not freeze well. Your french fried onions will get soggy.

Can I make this recipe ahead?

If you want to prepare this casserole ahead assemble your casserole but leave off the french onions topping. Place the ingredients in your slow cooker liner and store then in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Top with french fried onions when you are ready to cook.