Easy Ham Stroganoff: The Best Dinner Recipe To Make With Leftover Ham! (2024)

Ham stroganoff is a satisfying dinner combining tender al dente pasta, chunks of cooked ham, and a creamy mushroom gravy! It's one of my favorite comfort food recipes that you can make with leftover ham! You'll love this uniquely flavorful twist on the traditional stroganoff recipe!

Easy Leftover Ham Stroganoff Recipe

I look forward to holiday leftovers as much as the original dish, and this stroganoff is always first on my list of leftover ham recipes! Like beef stroganoff, it has a rich and creamy mushroom gravy and is served over tender egg noodles.

The ham offers a salty and savory pop of flavor that complements the earthy mushroom gravy beautifully. It's cozy fall or winter comfort food that the whole family will enjoy!

🥘 Ingredients

• Butter - 2 tablespoons of butter or a butter substitute.
• Ham - 2 cups of cooked ham sliced into chunks. Leftover ham or ham steaks work wonderfully.
• Flour - 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
• Mushrooms - 6-8 ounces of cleaned and sliced fresh mushrooms.
• Seasoning - ¼ teaspoon each of salt & pepper to taste. Plus, the same amount of garlic powder and onion powder (or an onion powder substitute).
• Broth - 1 ½ cups of low-sodium chicken broth or a chicken broth substitute.
• Dijon - 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard or a Dijon mustard substitute.
• Peas - 6 ounces of thawed frozen peas.
• Sour Cream - 16 ounces of sour cream or a sour cream substitute.
• Egg Noodles - 16 ounces or one pound of uncooked egg noodles. You can swap out for other pasta varieties like fettuccine, linguine, penne, or bowtie!

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🔪 Instructions

Using leftover cooked ham means this easy stroganoff whips up in a flash! You'll need your measuring utensils, a large skillet, a silicone spatula, a pot, and a colander to get started.

This makes 6 hearty servings of stroganoff. We love having the leftovers for lunch the next day!

Make The Gravy Sauce

Step 1: Saute the ham. Add2 tablespoons (28 grams) of butterto a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add2 cups (280 grams) of hamand saute it until warmed through.

Step 2: Add mushrooms and seasoning. Add6-8 ounces (170 grams) of sliced fresh mushrooms,2 tablespoons (15 grams) of all-purpose flour,¼ teaspoon (0.75 grams) each of salt, pepper, onion powder,and garlic powder. Stir to combine. Cook off the flour taste for 2-3 minutes.

Step 3: Make the gravy. Pour in1 ½ cups (355 milliliters) of chicken brothand1 tablespoon (15 grams) of Dijon mustardand bring to a low simmer. Let simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened, then add the6 ounces (170 grams) of frozen peasand simmer for another 2-3 minutes to warm them through.

Assemble and Serve

Step 4: Add sour cream. Remove from heat and stir in16 ounces (453.59 grams) of sour creamuntil creamy. Cover while you boil the noodles.

Step 5: Boil the noodles. Meanwhile, cook16 ounces (453.59 grams) of egg noodlesas directed on the package. Drain the noodles(without rinsing)and add them to the sauce. Toss to combine.

Step 6: Let set. Cover and remove from heat. Let set for 10 minutes to thicken before serving.

💭 Tips & Notes

• Ham is salty as-is. So, it's a safe idea to begin with less salt than written, then taste and adjust the seasonings at the end as needed.
• Fresh mushrooms like cremini or white button mushrooms work well. You can also use a mix of different mushrooms for more flavor.
• Greek yogurt makes a great alternative to the sour cream in this recipe. In either case, use the full-fat versions for the richest gravy.
• A sprinkle of fresh parsley will add a much-needed pop of color for presentation's sake!

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🥡 Storing & Reheating

Let your leftover ham stroganoff cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezing

Once cooled, you can freeze your leftovers in a Ziploc freezer bag for 2-3 months(squeeze out as much excess air as possible). Thaw frozen leftovers in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating

Add the leftovers to a large skillet or frying pan over medium-low heat. Stir frequently until warmed through. You can quickly reheat individual portions of ham stroganoff in the microwave.

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