Introduction
Creamy Crockpot Ham & Potatoes is a warm, hearty meal that’s perfect for busy days. Tender potatoes, flavorful ham, and a creamy sauce cook slowly in the crockpot, making an easy, satisfying dish for family dinners or meal prep.
⏱️ Prep Time
- Preparation Time: 10–15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4–6 hours (low) or 2–3 hours (high)
- Total Time: About 4–6 hours
🧰 Equipment
- Crockpot / slow cooker
- Knife and cutting board
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
📌 Ingredient Notes
- Ham: Leftover cooked ham works perfectly.
- Potatoes: Yukon Gold stay creamy; Russets break down slightly for thicker sauce.
- Cream of Soup: Use your favorite flavor to adjust the richness.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Spray the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
- Add diced potatoes, ham, onion, and garlic to the crockpot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom (or chicken) soup, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Pour the mixture over the potatoes and ham, stirring gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- About 15 minutes before serving, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and serve warm.
