Slow Cooker Amish Ham and Potato Casserole

Here’s a simple and comforting slow cooker version of Amish Ham and Potato Casserole—creamy, hearty, and very low effort.

Amish Ham and Potato Casserole

🥔 Slow Cooker Amish Ham and Potato Casserole

Ingredients

• 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (or thinly sliced)
• 2 cups cooked ham, cubed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional but recommended)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
• 1 cup milk or evaporated milk
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste (go light because ham is salty)

Optional add-ins

• Frozen peas or corn (1 cup)
• 1/2 tsp paprika for smoky flavor
• A pinch of thyme

🍲 Instructions (Slow Cooker)

1. Prep base
   Lightly grease your slow cooker.
2. Layer ingredients
   Add half the potatoes → half the ham → half the onion → sprinkle some cheese.
   Repeat layers.
3. Mix sauce
   In a bowl, whisk together:
   • cream of chicken soup
   • milk
   • garlic powder
   • pepper

   Pour evenly over the layers.

4. Cook
   • Low: 6–7 hours
   • High: 3–4 hours
     Cook until potatoes are tender.
5. Finish
   Stir gently. Add extra cheese on top, cover for 5–10 minutes until melted.

🍽️ Tips for best results

• Slice potatoes thin if you want faster, softer cooking.
• If it looks too thick near the end, add a splash of milk.
• For a crisp top, you can broil a portion in the oven after slow cooking (optional).

If you want, I can also give you a healthier version, a no canned soup version, or a spicy twist.