Lighter Ham Noodle Casserole

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this Lighter Ham Noodle Casserole—a wholesome twist on a classic family favorite. Packed with tender egg noodles, savory diced ham, and a medley of colorful peas and carrots, this dish is lightened up with reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup, low-fat sour cream, and skim milk while still delivering rich, creamy satisfaction. Topped with a golden layer of reduced-fat cheddar cheese and crispy whole wheat bread crumbs, it’s a healthier option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it up straight from the oven for a deliciously bubbly, hearty meal everyone will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz egg noodles
• 1.5 cups cooked ham, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
• 1 can (10.5 oz) reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cup low-fat sour cream
• 0.25 cup skim milk
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.75 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup, low-fat sour cream, skim milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Add the cooked egg noodles, diced ham, and frozen peas and carrots mix to the bowl. Gently toss everything together until fully coated with the sauce.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole mixture.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the whole wheat bread crumbs with 1 tablespoon of olive oil (or spray lightly with cooking spray). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the cheese layer for a golden, crispy topping.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread crumb topping is golden brown.

Step 9

Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Lighter Ham Noodle Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1453.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1844.8

Total Fat 71.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 371.9mg	0%
Sodium 7333.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 138.2g	0%

Vitamin D 27.1IU	0%
Calcium 1051.9mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2263.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.3%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 34.6%