Here’s a detailed Slow Cooker Amish Ham and Potato Casserole recipe—comfort food style, creamy, cheesy, and perfect for a set-it-and-forget-it meal.
🥔 Slow Cooker Amish Ham and Potato Casserole
🍽️ Ingredients
- 5–6 cups peeled and sliced potato (Yukon gold or russet work best)
- 2–3 cups diced ham
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (adjust depending on ham saltiness)
- ½ tsp paprika (optional for flavor)
- 2 tbsp butter (optional, for extra richness)
🔥 Instructions
1. Prep the slow cooker
Lightly grease your slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
2. Layer ingredients
Add in this order:
- Half of the sliced potatoes
- Half of the ham
- Half of the onions
- Sprinkle lightly with cheese
Repeat layers once more.
3. Mix the creamy sauce
In a bowl, whisk together:
- cream of chicken soup
- milk
- sour cream
- garlic powder, pepper, salt, paprika
Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Combine everything
Pour the sauce evenly over the layered potatoes and ham. Gently press down so liquid spreads through the layers.
5. Cook
- LOW: 6–8 hours
- HIGH: 3.5–4.5 hours
Cook until potatoes are tender and casserole is bubbly.
6. Add cheese topping
About 20–30 minutes before serving:
- Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top
- Cover and let melt
🍴 Serving Tips
- Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before serving (it thickens nicely)
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions for freshness
- Great with crusty bread or a simple side salad
💡 Variations
- Extra creamy: Add ½ cup cream cheese to the sauce
- Veggie boost: Add peas, carrots, or corn
- Smokier flavor: Use smoked ham or add a pinch of smoked paprika
- Crunchy top: Broil in an oven-safe insert for 3–5 minutes at the end
⚠️ Tips for best results
- Slice potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate
- Don’t skip layering—this helps even cooking
- If it seems too thick halfway through cooking, add a splash of milk
If you want, I can also give you a no canned soup version, a healthier lighter version, or a cheesy crust baked version.