How to cook ham steak in oven

Ham Steak and Potatoes in the Oven is an easy way to get a hearty dinner on the table. Follow these easy instructions for How to Cook Ham Steak in Oven. Make this a ham steak dinner for two or for a large family.

Ham Steak and Potatoes in the Oven

I have a freezer full of ham steak, and I am always searching for new ways to use up ham steak.

Usually, I make ham steak one of two ways: broiled in the oven with a brown sugar topping or in a skillet with maple gravy. Both ways are yummy, but I was really wanting a creamy ham steak and potato casserole.

And then, it came to me.  The perfect, easy way to make ham steak in the oven topped with scalloped potatoes.

I took inspiration from my Mom’s Pork Chop Potato Casserole. It’s so simple to make just a handful of ingredients.

Ham Steak and Potato Casserole

This easy casserole only has 4 ingredients with one of them being optional! It doesn’t get much easier than that.

Layer your ham steak on the bottom of the baking dish and then top with a layer of sliced potatoes. Then to make the ham steak casserole hold together, pick out your favorite type of cream soup and layer it over the potatoes.

Here’s the big decision, do you want a cheesy ham steak and potato casserole or a traditional ham steak casserole. I make it both ways depending on my mood.

If you decide to go for a cheesy ham steak casserole, use your favorite type of shredded cheese. Sprinkle it over the top at the very end and let it sit in the oven that has turned off until the cheese is ooey, gooey and melted.

Ingredient List for Ham Steak and Scalloped Potatoes

Ham Steak (smoked)

Potatoes, washed, peeled and sliced

Cream Soup (cream of celery, cream of mushroom or cream of chicken)

Shredded Cheese (optional), cheddar of Colby Jack

Ham Steak Dinner for Two or More

The great thing about ham steak and scalloped potatoes is that it can be made into a ham steak dinner for two or it can be made for a huge crowd or family.

Basically, use enough ham steak and potatoes for the number of people you are feeding.

If you are wanting a ham steak dinner for two, use one single ham steak, a couple potatoes and one can of cream soup.

Or, you can easily add more pieces of ham steak and more potatoes; just use additional cans of cream soup to cover the potatoes.

You really can’t screw this up, I promise.

How to Cook Ham Steak in Oven

For the full recipe steps and ingredient amounts for Ham steak dinner for two, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Cut ham steak into individual-sized pieces or leave as one big piece. Place in the bottom of the prepared dish.
3. Peel and slice potatoes, arrange over top the ham.
4. Sprinkle potatoes with black pepper.
5. Spread a can of cream soup over top the potatoes.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, and continue to bake until potatoes are tender around 15 to 20 minutes.
7. If desired, sprinkle with shredded cheese; return to the oven that has been turned off but is still warm until cheese has melted.
8. Let the ham steak and potato casserole sit for 5 to 10 minutes to set up.

Notes About Ham Steak and Potatoes in the Oven

• This ham steak dinner uses smoked ham steak, not raw.
• Use as many or as few pieces of ham steak and potatoes as your family eats. For a small family, use one can of cream soup and an 8×8 inch baking dish.  For a larger family, add more ham and potatoes, use two cans of cream soup and use a 13×9 inch baking dish.
• Any type of cream soup works; I usually use cream of celery, cream of mushroom or cream of chicken.
• Cheese is completely optional. If you want a cheesy ham steak and potato casserole, cheddar cheese or Colby jack works great.
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Ham Steak and Potatoes in the Oven - How to Cook Ham Steak in Oven

Ham Steak and Potatoes in the Oven is an easy way to get a hearty dinner on the table. Follow these easy instructions for How to Cook Ham Steak in Oven.  Make this a ham steak dinner for two or for a large family.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time50 mins

Total Time55 mins

Course: Entree, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: ham steak and potatoes, ham steak and potatoes in the oven, ham steak and scalloped potatoes, how to cook ham steak in oven

Servings: 4

Author: Barbara

Ingredients

• 1 ham steak
• 3 - 6 potatoes, washed, peeled and sliced thin
• 10.5 ounces cream soup (mushroom, celery or chicken)
• 1 - 2 cup shredded cheese

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray (or a 13 x 9 inch if more ham steak is used. See notes.)

• Place ham steak into prepared pan in either one large piece or individual-sized portions.

  

• Layer potatoes over top ham. Season with black pepper.

  

• Spread cream soup over top potatoes. (Use 2 cans if serving a bigger family.)

  

• Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

  

• Remove foil and cook for an additional 15 - 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

  

• Optional: turn off oven, sprinkle top with shredded cheese. Return to warm over to melt cheese for approximately 5 minutes.

  What temperature should ham steaks be cooked at?

  For a fuss-free ham steak dinner, bake the steaks in an oven preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on thickness. It's best to add a little moisture in the form of a glaze to prevent them from drying out too much.

  How long does it take a ham to cook in the oven?

  Cooking Temperature and Time: A half ham weighing between five and eight pounds requires 35 to 40 minutes of roasting at 325°F per pound. For whole bone-in hams weighing 12 and 16 pounds, cook the ham at 325°F for 22 to 26 minutes per pound. The internal temperature should be 145°F.

  How do you heat up a ham steak without drying it out?

  Place in an oven-safe baking dish. Cover top of ham with loosely wrapped aluminum foil to keep moisture in. Bake at 275 degrees F at 10 minutes per pound–or until meat thermometer reads 135 – 140 degrees.

  Do ham steaks need to be cooked?

  Ham steaks are sold "fresh" and "pre-cooked". Look for cooked ham steaks, they will be labeled on the package as "fully cooked", "cured", or "hickory smoked". If ham steaks are not pre-cooked, they are not safe to eat before cooking.