Ham Steak and Potatoes in the Oven – How to Cook Ham Steak in Oven

This ham steak and potatoes dinner recipe is quick and simple to make. The ham cooks up juicy and flavorful in the oven, and the potatoes and carrots roast alongside the ham for a homey dinner.

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 men as I was strolling the aisles of the grocery store. The perfect, easy way to make ham steak is 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 Use Leftover Ham Steak?

If you’ve got leftover ham steak or potatoes, dice them up, and stir them into a hearty breakfast skillet meal. Add melted butter to the frying pan, and then layer up the leftovers with peppers and onions, and fry it to your desired texture. It’s delicious! You could even add bacon or sausage.

How to Cook Ham Steak in Oven

Step by Step Instructions

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 slice of ham 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.

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. 

Storage Instructions

Store leftover ham steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator.  Leftovers should be good in the fridge for up to a week.

Recipe FAQs

• Can you eat ham steak right out of the package?  Yes, as long as the ham steak is smoked not fresh or raw. Smoking is a type of cooking process.
• 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; Pick one with your favorite flavors. 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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What side dish goes with ham steak?

Ham steak pairs great with any vegetable such as broccoli, green beans, carrots and corn.  Another popular side dish is southern mac and cheese. Or, serve it up with a simple side salad. Bake up a package of biscuits, and dinner is served.

What to season ham steak with?

Season ham steak as you would with an entire ham, boneless ham or bone-in ham.  Popular seasonings include brown sugar glaze, Dijon mustard or yellow mustard, maple syrup, honey or any other sweet glaze.

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Can you bake a ham steak in the oven?

Yes, ham steaks can be baked in a baking dish or on a broiler pan under the broiler. Both ways are delicious.

Can I eat a ham steak without cooking it?

Yes, ham steaks are usually always cured or smoking meaning they are ready to eat. You could even eat it straight from the package.