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Pineapple Ham Casserole

A comforting one-dish meal combining sweet pineapple and savory ham, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 cups diced cooked ham Swap in smoked turkey or cooked chicken for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained Fresh pineapple works beautifully in season.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Use Monterey Jack or a blend for milder cheese.
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup Use cream of chicken or a homemade white sauce to avoid cans.
  • 1 cup sour cream Try Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups cooked white rice Brown rice or quinoa are great for more fiber.
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper Substitute roasted red pepper for sweet depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Taste as you go; ham can be salty so start light.
  • 1 pinch salt Taste as you go; ham can be salty so start light.
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers or panko breadcrumbs Use gluten-free crumbs if needed.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the drained crushed pineapple, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Fold in the cooked rice, diced ham, chopped green pepper, and half of the shredded cheese.
  4. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top, then scatter the crushed crackers or panko.
Baking
  1. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until bubbling at the edges and the top is golden brown.
  2. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

If your ham is on the salty side, soak diced ham briefly in warm water and pat dry to reduce sodium. For variations, add jalapeno for heat, coconut for a tropical twist, or use gluten-free substitutes.