Post includes Weight Watchers points. The creamy casserole is so simple to put together and cooks faster than you can preheat the oven. Ham is a popular holiday main course because it feeds a crowd. Ham also yields a lot of leftovers, and this Air Fryer Ham Casserole is perfect for using up all of that leftover ham.
Leftover Ham Casserole
You can also use leftover pasta and leftover sauce when making this ham casserole, so it’s a frugal meal option. Like my Air Fryer Mac and Cheese, this savory and creamy leftover ham casserole recipe is so easy and cooks up quick. Your whole family is going to love it!
Why Make This Recipe
Perfect For Leftovers – Use leftover ham, pasta and/or sauce to make this simple casserole.Frugal – Using leftovers means less waste and more money in your pocket. Creamy – Alfredo sauce and cheese make this hame casserole dreamy, creamy and delicious.
Ingredient Notes
Pasta – Use any cooked pasta such as cavatappi, rotini or elbow macaroni.Sauce – Alfredo sauce pairs really well with the ham, but you can use any flavor of sauce. Ham – The ham should be already cooked, so use leftover ham or purchase some in the deli. Rosemary – A few fresh springs of rosemary add flavor and color to the dish. Cheese – I used a combination of chopped mozzarella and bocconcini.
Ready to make this hame casserole recipe? Gather your ingredients and I will show you…
How To Make Air Fryer Ham Casserole
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
Preheat an air fryer to 350F / 180C.In an air fryer-safe dish, combine the pasta, sauce, ham, and a little bit of the cheese.Top the casserole with the remaining cheese and the rosemary sprigs.Place the dish into the air fryer basket and cook for between 7-10 minutes or until the pasta sauce is bubbling and the cheese has melted.
Bake In The Oven
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C.Combine the ingredients in a casserole dish and add an extra 1 cup of sauce.Bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly.If desired, broil for a few minutes at the end to brown the cheese.Cover with foil for most of the cooking time if you don’t want it too brown.
Expert Tips
This recipe is great for using leftover holiday ham, but you can also use leftover pasta and sauce.Add more sauce to taste if you prefer. Warm the sauce first, and it will speed up the cooking process. Make sure your dish is air fryer safe and fits inside your air fryer basket.
Plus….
The ingredients are all cooked but make sure the casserole heats through before serving. You can also bake leftover ham casserole in the oven.
Air fryer temperatures vary depending on the make and model, so use the cooking time as a guide, check for doneness, and adjust accordingly.
Delicious Variations
Swap The Sauce – I used Alfredo sauce, but you can use any kind of sauce that you like. Tomato, garlic parmesan and cream of chicken soup all make flavorful alternatives. Swap The Pasta – Tube pasta like cavatappi, cellentani and elbow macaroni hold lots of sauce for a creamy dish, but you can use your favorite pasta or whatever you have on hand. Add Veggies – Toss in some frozen peas for a fresh twist on this flavorful ham casserole. Swap The Meat – Make this casserole with any leftover meat, including chicken or turkey.
Prep And Storage
Prep Ahead – If you are not using leftover pasta, you can cook the pasta up to a day or two in advance and store it in the fridge. Store – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze – We don’t recommend freezing this casserole, but you can freeze leftover ham for up to 3 months and make this casserole at a later date.
FAQs
Serving Suggestions
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