Cheesy Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese and Ham
This easy stovetop corn and ham casserole comes together in 15 minutes and makes a super creamy side dish you're going to love. Made with fresh or frozen corn, cream cheese, plenty of cheddar, and savory ham, this casserole cooks quickly on the stove. Then, it broils in the oven to give you a golden brown, cheesy topping.
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen or fresh corn
- 4 ounces cooked ham (cut into cubes, about 1 cup)
- 1 cup milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 6 ounces cheddar cheese (1 ½ cups shredded)
Instructions
- If you're using frozen corn, let it come to room temperature or microwave it for a minute or two to thaw.
- In a saucepan, add milk, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce, and cook over medium heat until the cream cheese has melted.
- Add corn and ham and continue to cook until it starts to bubble. Remove from the heat and add 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Stir until melted.
- Pour into a casserole dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Place 6 inches under the broiler and cook until the top is browned, about 2-3 minutes. Watch it carefully so that it doesn’t burn.
Barbara's Notes + Tips
- To help your sauce come together easier, let your cream cheese, milk, and cheddar come to room temperature before you begin. Just let them sit out on the counter for about 20 minutes.
- You can make this in a cast iron skillet for a rustic presentation. Go ahead and cook your dish in the skillet, then set it right into the oven to broil.
Nutrition
Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 563mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 797IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 219mg | Iron: 0.5mg
