17 Ham Recipes to Make Your Meals Extra Special

Few ingredients strike the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and satisfying like ham. Whether baked, grilled, or diced into a hearty dish, it adds depth and comfort to every bite. In this lineup of 19 recipes, you will find everything from simple weeknight favorites to indulgent dishes worthy of a festive spread.

Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

Bring the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors to your holiday table with this Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham. Glazed with a sweet and tangy mix of brown sugar and pineapple, it’s a flavorful, tender dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ham and Cheese Sliders are delicious and easy appetizer that are great for holiday parties and pot lucks! Made with ham, mozzarella cheese, mustard, butter, poppy seeds, onions and of course Hawaiian rolls!
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3 Ingredient Ham Glaze

Sliced roast ham garnished with herbs and pomegranate seeds, served with roasted potato wedges on a plate. A checkered cloth is in the background. — 3 Ingredient Ham Glaze. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

This 3-ingredient ham glaze—orange juice, brown sugar, and mustard—creates a sweet, tangy, glossy finish. Perfect for bone-in or spiral ham, it’s a holiday-worthy upgrade for any meal.
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Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

A blue bowl of ham and potato soup. — Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

The family will love the richness of Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder—a creamy, comforting bowl of goodness. This recipe is perfect for a quick, tasty supper, letting you savor a flavorful evening feast effortlessly. Your crockpot takes care of all the work, delivering a satisfying bowl of comfort food with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
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Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup

A bowl of Ham and Bean Soup with visible chunks of meat, seasoned with herbs, next to a whole onion and fresh parsley. — Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This delicious slow cooker ham and bean soup is a real winter warmer with rich flavors from the ham, veggies, garlic, mustard, and herbs.
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Ham and Cheese Scones

Enjoy the savory goodness of Ham and Cheese Scones—tender, soft, and featuring a crisp-crumbly edge. Packed with cheddar cheese, ham, fresh herbs, and a hint of black pepper, these scones provide a satisfying twist to the traditional sweet options. Quick and easy to make, they're an excellent choice for a hearty brunch or a flavorful addition to any meal.
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Easy Breakfast Quesadilla

A plate of breakfast quesadillas with strawberries and ham. — Easy Breakfast Quesadilla. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Loaded with melted cheese, scrambled eggs and leftover ham, this breakfast quesadilla is the best way to fuel up in the morning! Plus, you’ll be using up the leftover ham in your fridge and transforming it into a protein-packed meal.
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Air Fryer Ham Steak

Do you love oven-baked ham but don't have hours to cook? Look no further than this quick and easy air fryer ham steak recipe!
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Ham Fried Rice

So easy and so delicious, this is an amazing meal for any night of the week. Make it with leftover ham and whatever veggies are in your fridge! Grab a fork - or chopsticks - and dig in!
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Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham, Swiss, and Honey Butter Drizzle

A fork lifts a portion of croissant breakfast casserole with cheese and slices of fruit, from a baking dish. A cup sits in the background. — Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham, Swiss, and Honey Butter Drizzle. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Brunch just got easier with this Croissant Breakfast Casserole! Buttery croissants, ham, Swiss, and Parmesan soak in a rich egg custard, topped with an herb-honey butter drizzle. Perfect for weekends or holidays, it serves eight with ease!
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Best Southern Ham Gravy With Cheesy Biscuits And Eggs

A biscuit sandwich filled with scrambled eggs and covered in thick, creamy gravy with chunks of sausage. In the background, there's part of a stovetop and a yellow item. — Best Southern Ham Gravy With Cheesy Biscuits And Eggs. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Southern Ham Gravy is the rich, smoky staple that takes breakfast to the next level. Whether spooned over flaky, cheesy biscuits or draped across soft scrambled eggs, this savory, pepper-flecked gravy brings the kind of deep, comforting flavor that defines a true Southern morning.
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Cheddar Ham Breakfast Pizza

A Cheddar and Ham Breakfast Pizza in a pan with a slice missing. — Cheddar Ham Breakfast Pizza. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

This Cheddar Ham Breakfast Pizza recipe has eggs, cheese, and ham baked into a thick, chewy, store-bought crust! It checks all the boxes for speed, budget, and flavor.
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Mini Ham and Cheese Breakfast Pies

Mini ham and cheese spinach breakfast pies on a baking sheet. — Mini Ham and Cheese Breakfast Pies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy these ham cheese and spinach breakfast pies on your way out the door in the morning or even as an easy brinner option!
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Ham & Cheese Impossible Quiche

Perfect for a light dinner, this ham and cheese quiche is loaded with flavor and there's no pie dough! Made with a secret ingredient that makes the crust as it bakes, this is one heck of a quiche that's gosh darn good!
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Instant Pot Ham

Sliced ham with oranges and mint. — Instant Pot Ham. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Enjoy a globally cherished classic with Instant Pot Ham. Juicy, succulent ham becomes easily attainable, perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight meals, showcasing international comfort food made simple.
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Crock Pot Spiral Ham

Spiral ham on a plate with asparagus and peaches in the background. — Crock Pot Spiral Ham. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Crock Pot Spiral Ham is the perfect ham recipe for a stress-free holiday dinner or a weeknight meal. Peach preserves, honey, and red pepper flakes make this ham sweet and spicy.
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Hawaiian Roll Sliders

Ham and cheese sliders on a plate. — Hawaiian Roll Sliders. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

For a quick snack idea, try these delicious ham and cheese Hawaiian roll sliders. They are perfect for lunch or as an appetizer at small gatherings.
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