Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham Hash Brown Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, make-ahead breakfast casserole perfect for brunch, holidays, or busy mornings. Made with shredded hash browns, ham, cheese, and sour cream, it cooks to perfection in your slow cooker.
Looking for a hearty breakfast casserole or easy holiday brunch recipe you can prep in minutes? This Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham Hash Brown Casserole is it. Just toss in shredded hash browns, ham, cheese, and a few pantry staples, then let your crockpot do the work. It’s creamy, cheesy, and perfect for feeding a crowd!
Hash Brown Casserole Ingredients
- Seasonings – simple salt, pepper, and dried minced onion.
- Shredded hash browns – frozen or refrigerated work; no peeling or shredding required.
- Cooked ham – a great way to use leftover holiday ham, but deli ham or pre cubed ham works too.
- Cheddar cheese – sharp cheddar gives the best flavor, but you can mix in Monterey Jack for a creamier melt.
- Sour cream – adds richness and tang.
- Butter – for that creamy casserole texture.
- Cream of mushroom soup – classic casserole binder; swap with cream of chicken if preferred.
- Onion & garlic – add flavor depth.
BTW, I LOVE having a ton of ramekins. I use them constantly in the kitchen, but also to divide up all my little pieces and parts when I’m putting things together (total Ikea vibes).
Step by Step Instructions
- Add hash browns, half the cheese, and ham to the slow cooker. Stir.
- Mix in sour cream, butter, soup, onion, garlic, and pepper. Stir again.
- Cover and cook on high for 5 – 6 hours (or until potatoes are tender).
- Top with remaining cheese just before serving.
Storage tip: Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days, reheat in the microwave or oven.
Helpful Additions & Recipe Variations
- Variations: Swap ham for cooked bacon or sausage. Try pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.
- Serving Ideas: Pair with a green salad or fresh fruit for brunch; also works as a side dish for dinner.
- Make Ahead Tip: Assemble in the slow cooker insert the night before, refrigerate, then cook the next morning.
Even with all the gadgets out there, I still love using a good old-fashioned box cheese grater it never lets me down. Here’s the one I use.
Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham Hash Brown Casserole
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker Crockpot
- 1 Mixing Spoon sturdy for stirring ingredients together
- 1 Cheese Grater if shredding your own cheese (recommended for best melt)
- Measuring Cups & Spoons for accurate prep
Ingredients
- 2 packages 40 oz. shredded hash browns, frozen or refrigerated but thawed
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 ½ (to two) cups cooked ham diced
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- ½ cup butter melted
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 Tbsp dried minced onion
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp granulated garlic
Instructions
- In a large slow cooker, combine hash browns, ham, and half of the cheese. Stir.
- Add sour cream, butter, soup, onion, pepper, and garlic. Stir again.
- Cover and cook on high for 5–6 hours (or best setting for your slow cooker) until potatoes are tender.
- Top with remaining cheese just before serving.
Notes
Potato tip: This recipe uses shredded hash browns, but different potato varieties bring unique flavors and textures. Learn more about potato types here.
Ready? Set. Start Your Crockpot!
This casserole cooks up creamy, cheesy, and downright comforting. We like to serve it with a fresh salad, but it also makes a fantastic side dish for holidays, brunch spreads, or even game day celebrations. Consider this one, done.
I’ve always loved the Crockpot brand slow cookers they’re reliable, easy to use, and perfect for everything from weeknight dinners to game day spreads. I’ve bought them my whole life and will probably never change.
This slow cooker cheesy ham hash brown casserole is a true crowd pleaser. It works as a hearty make ahead breakfast, an easy holiday brunch recipe, or even a comforting weeknight family dinner. With tender potatoes, savory ham, and plenty of melted cheese, it’s a classic Crockpot dish that proves simple ingredients can make the best meals. I hope you enjoy it as much as we have!
More Slow Cooker & Brunch Recipes You’ll Love
Looking for more cozy slow cooker meals and crowd pleasing brunch ideas? Try one of these favorites:
- Cheesy Potato Soup Slow Cooker Recipe – Creamy and comforting, a natural companion to this casserole.
- Hearty Beef Stew – A warming dinner that shares your love for potatoes and comfort.
- Crustless Bacon Quiche – A simple, savory brunch staple.
My favorite recipe is Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies .
My favorite recipe is Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies .
You are amazing, Joy!!
I use Simply Potatoes in casseroles. Love them!
Wow this looks amazing! I’ve never tried simply potatoes but my favorite slow cooker recipe is chicken with mushroom soup and biscuits! ^^
We primarily use Simply Potatoes as a side dish. They are perfectly seasoned and the right consistency.
I like Simply Potatoes in a hasbrown casserole. My go to crockpot recipe is slow roasted pot roast and potatoes.
I like to make chili in the crock pot and we use the potatoes as a side dish
I have not tried the potatoes in my recipes. I am just gathering goods that I can cook in the slow cooker.
I can’t wait to try this recipe. Sounds yummy now that the weather is starting to actually feel like fall
I use simply potatoes as a side, but also have a brunch egg dish that uses hashbrowns as the base instead of bread that is a nice change! But I have never tried cooking them in a crockpot recipe. My crockpot is 40 years old! time for an update!
I like using Simply Potatos in soups.
Shouldn’t the recipe read LOW for 5-6 hours? All other recipes that I have come across say “low” for that amount of time.
Nope, it’s high for this recipe, but do what’s best for your crock pot and the way you want to cook. Happy cooking!