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This easy-to-make Chipotle Glazed Ham is beyond delicious. Its crunchy, sweet and spicy crust and juicy interior will leave your guests impressed and happy! Super easy to make and can feed a crowd. The perfect centerpiece for your holiday table.
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1.Easy Chipotle Glazed Ham Recipe Highlights
3.Best Ham To Make Glazed Ham
4.How To Make Chipotle Glaze Ham
5.Recipe Tips
7.Reheat Glazed Ham Leftovers
8.Frequently Asked Questions
9.More Pork Recipes You’ll Love!
10.Recipe Card 📖
EasyChipotle Glazed Ham Recipe Highlights
This Chipotle Glazed Ham is my husband’s favorite! It has the perfect amount of heat and sweetness. Ham lover’s heaven!
Sometimes kitchen shortcuts are necessary, special during the holidays when you have to make a million things. So, instead of cooking the whole pork leg, I like to prepare pork ham, which is great because it’s super easy to make and can feed a crowd.
This Chipotle Glazed Ham is insanely delicious. Its crunchy, sweet and spicy crust and juicy interior will leave your guests impressed and happy!
P.S. the leftovers are amazing!!
Ingredients You’ll Need, Substitutions & Notes
Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for quantities and instructions (scroll down).
You will need:
- A spiral-sliced, fully cooked ham: The weight of the ham will depend on the number of people you will serve.A 5 lb ham would serve 10-12 people.
- Fresh chopped pineapple and cranberries: These are optional, but I like to add them because it makes the ham look over the top.
For the Chipotle Glaze:
- Chipotle peppers in adobo: You can find these in the international aisle of most grocery stores. Check out my Ultimate Guide to Cooking With Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce.
- Pineapple juice: I use no-sugar-added.
- Brown sugar: Light or dark brown sugar will work well for this recipe.
- Maple syrup: You can substitute it for honey.
- Tomato with chicken granulated bouillon: You can find these in the international aisle of most grocery stores.
Best Ham To Make Glazed Ham
To make a glazed ham, you need a fully cooked bone-in spiral sliced ham. I usually buy Smithfield Bone-In Spiral Quarter Ham. Make sure the ham you buy is not pre-glazed already.
How To Make Chipotle Glaze Ham
Step 1 – Make the Glaze:
- Blend the chipotle peppers with the pineapple juice in a small food processor or blender.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the pineapple-chipotle mixture, brown sugar, maple syrup Tomato with Chicken Granulated Bouillon. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook until reduced and a bit thicker, about 15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and set aside until the ham is done to be glazed.
Step 2 – Cook The Precooked Ham
Place the ham on the baking sheet and tightly cover the ham with aluminum foil. Bake at 350°F for 60 – 90 minutes, or until the ham is heated, approximately 20 minutes per pound. After the ham is heated, you can start glazing it.
Step 3 – Glaze
Add the chopped pineapple and cranberries to the baking sheet, if using, and brush the glaze on the ham. Return the ham to the oven and bake uncovered until nice, glossy, and caramelized about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 -10 minutes before carving. Serve warm with the remaining glaze.
Recipe Tips
Baste the ham with the glaze several times while baking to ensure the meat doesn’t dry out.
Make sure to cover the ham well with the glaze, including between the cuts.
Increase the heat during the last 10 minutes of cooking if you’d like to crisp the outer edges.
Allow rest 10 minutes before carving to keep it moist and juicy.
If you want, you can double the glaze quantities to have some extra to serve along with the ham.
Storing & Freezing Instructions
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for 2 months.
Reheat Glazed Ham Leftovers
Place the portion of ham you want to reheat in a skillet and add 1-2 teaspoons of water. Heat, covered, over low heat until warmed through. I do not recommend reheating the ham in the microwave because there is a big chance that it will dry out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Kind of Ham Do I Need to Make Glazed Ham?
To make a glazed ham, you need a fully cooked bone-in spiral sliced ham. Make sure the ham you buy is not pre-glazed already.
How much ham per person?
A 5 lb ham would serve 10 people. An average of 1/2 pound per person.
How Do I Cook a Precooked Ham?
Place the ham on the baking sheet and tightly cover the ham with aluminum foil. Bake at 350°F for 60 – 90 minutes, or until the ham is heated, approximately 20 minutes per pound. After the ham is heated, you can start glazing it.
How do I reheat glazed ham leftovers?
Place the portion of ham you want to reheat in a skillet and add 1-2 teaspoons of water. Heat, covered, over low heat until warmed through. I do not recommend reheating the ham in the microwave because there is a big chance that it will dry out.
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- Grilled Pork Chops with Peaches and Walnuts
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Recipe Card 📖
Chipotle Glazed Ham
Oriana Romero
This easy to make Chipotle Glazed Ham is beyond delicious, and the leftovers are amazing!! Its crunchy, sweet and spicy crust and juicy interior will leave your guests impressed and happy. The perfect centerpiece for your holiday table.
4.95 from 17 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 ( 4 – 5 lb | 1.8 2.2 kg – ) spiral-sliced fully cooked ham
- 1 1/2 cups pineapple chunks in juice, drained (optional)
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen) (optional)
Glaze:
- 1-2 chipotle pepper in adobo (or more depending on the level of heat you want)
- 10 oz (1 1/4 cup | 300 ml) pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Tomato with Chicken Granulated Bouillon (see notes for substitute)
Instructions
Remove the ham from the refrigerator and set the ham aside to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Heat the oven to 350º F (180º C) and arrange a rack in the lower third. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Note: You can also bake the ham in a cast iron skillet.
Place the ham on the roasting pan and tightly cover the ham with aluminum foil. Bake for 60 – 90 minutes or until the ham is heated through, approx. 20 minutes per pound.
Make the chipotle glaze:
Blend the chipotle peppers with the pineapple juice in a small food processor or blender.
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat combine the pineapple-chipotle mixture, brown sugar, maple syrup and Tomato with Chicken Granulated Bouillon. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook until reduced and a bit thicker, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside until the ham is done and ready to glaze.
After the ham has been baking for 60 – 90 minutes, remove it from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 425º F.
Remove the foil, and add the chopped pineapple and cranberries to the roasting pan, if using. Pour 1/3 of the glaze all over the ham, brushing in between the cuts to cover evenly. Return to the oven andbake uncovered for 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, remove from the oven again, brush with another third of the glaze and some of the pan juices, and repeat again after 10 minutes more minutes of baking until a dark golden-brown crust has formed and it looks glossy and caramelized (about 30 minutes total).
Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve warm with the remaining glaze.
Oriana’s Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for 2 months.
Reheat: Place the portion of ham you want to reheat in a skillet and add 1-2 teaspoons of water. Heat, covered, over low heat until warmed through. I do not recommend reheating the ham in the microwave because there is a big chance that it will dry out.
Chipotle pepper in adobo: chipotle in adobo adds a bit of spiciness and smokiness to the ham. Feel free to add just one for a very mild kick or as much as three for a more spicy ham. I usually add just one.
Tomato with Chicken Granulated Bouillon: This ingredient adds another layer of flavor to the ham, but it’s not available you can substitute it with chicken or vegetable bouillon.
Recipe Tips:
- Baste the ham with the glaze several times while baking to ensure the meat doesn’t dry out.
- Make sure to cover the ham well with the glaze, including between the cuts.
- Increase the heat during the last 10 minutes of cooking if you’d like to crisp the outer edges.
- Allow rest 10 minutes before carving to keep it moist and juicy.
- If you want, you can double the glaze quantities to have some extra to serve along with the ham.
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Please note that nutritional information is a rough estimate and it can vary depending on the products used.
Nutrition
Calories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 37gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 3125mgPotassium: 751mgSugar: 29gVitamin C: 3.5mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 3.6mg
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Calories 361
Keyword chipotle dinner easy ham pork
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This recipe was originally published on December 2016. The recipe remains the same, but more notes, tips, photos, and information have been added to the post in October 2022 to make it as helpful as possible!
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Kristin says That has got to be the most delicious ham I have ever seen! Can you come cook Christmas dinner for us?
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I love trying new recipes and although I am a vegetarian I do love my spices!! Your foodie pictures are GORGEOUS!
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- Janeane Davis says
That ham looks so delicious. I like the pineapple on the side of the platter.
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- Claudia Krusch says
Your ham looks soooo good! I can’t wait to try your recipe on Christmas!
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- lisa says
Holy deliciousness – get in my belly! No offense to my brother, but he needed this recipe a few weeks ago when made ham for Thanksgiving lol!
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- Alicia says
That looks amazing! This is the perfect dish for Christmas!
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- Stacie says
I love trying new recipes and this ham looks amazing. I like spicy foods.
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- Tara says
This looks delicious. We tend to cook ham for Easter. I will have to try this recipe.
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Oh wow! This is so festive! A must have on our Christmas table!
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- Lisa Bristol says
I will have to make this for my Holiday Ham. I always make a Ham and a Turkey. I am looking forward to trying a new recipe for this year.
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- Ann Bacciaglia says
I am so excited to try this Chipotle Glazed Ham recipe. I know it is going to be a big hit in my house. I wish I could have some right now.
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- Elizabeth Lampman says
This Chipotle Glazed Ham looks so delicious my mouth is watering. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make this for the Holidays.
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- Kathy says
That looks amazing. I need to make this soon. Ham is one of my favorites, and this just looks so good.
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- Lisa Favre says
I am seriously watering at the mouth right now. This looks so, so, so delicious!
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- Dawn Nieves says
My mouth is watering! This looks absolutely amazing!! I cannot wait to try this
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Wow! Great job! That looks super delicious! So bookmarking your recipe!
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Wow that looks delicious! I love discovering new recipes with a twist on holiday favorites, I like to change it up every year.
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- Pam Wattenbarger says
My husband is a big pork fan. We always have ham during the holidays! This chipotle glazed ham looks like a delicious twist on the way we normally serve it.
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That sounds amazing! I love recipes with a little heat in them. I can’t wait to give this a try. My family is going to love this.
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- Jeanette says
Oh my gosh is that him look delicious! My mouth is watering just looking at the picture. This is a great idea for Christmas because then you don’t have to hardly cook anything. Love it.
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