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I have to admit, this is only my second ham.
I know, who the heck has only ever had ham twice? Well, me. I grew up thinking ham was for weird people, but like so many times before, I was so wrong. Ham is beyond delicious, or at least this chipotle pineapple jerk glazed ham is, and the leftovers are amazing!!
Especially with a house…or two, full of people.
It’s a little weird being down in the barn and having people up at the big house. Sometimes everyone is down here, helping me make ravioli and drinking beers and then they go back up, because I have zero places to sit. Like no bar stools, no kitchen table. I have my desk and a chair.
It’s a little empty, but making it work.
Anyway, I will not lie that ham is not a tradition around here for us at Christmastime, but I know that for so many people ham is a ritual, so I figured it was time I came up with my own recipe. So glad I ventured out of my comfort zone, because this is so good. Like you can just pull the ham right off the bone and eat it good.
And the next day’s sammies?? Maybe even better…
PLUS, ham is SO EASY.
I of course could not find any hams that were not already spiral cut, but it still worked great. If I were you, I would try to find one on the bone, but not cut. I think it keeps the ham a little moister and to be honest, the already cut hams are not that easy to cut anyway, they only cut like half the ham and then the slices do not go all the way through the father in you go. It’s pretty lame if you ask me.
But let’s just talk about this jerk rub. I love all the spices going on, it’s so perfect for this time of year. And the pineapple chipotle glaze? The glaze MAKES the ham for sure. I am a huge pineapple and chipotle fan though.
I am actually remaking this ham tomorrow since I have so many people to feed. Well, either this ham or this hula pork I made last winter. I haven’t decided yet. Thinking the ham though, it’s pretty addicting! And impressive, which is why it should probably be on your holiday table this week. Oh and sorry, apparently I do not know how to take photos of hame. In my defense, it is not the prettiest thing in the world.
Chipotle Pineapple Jerk Glazed Ham.
Ingredients
- 1 (9-11 pound) ready-to-eat cooked ham, bone-, shank end or butt end
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2-3 teaspoons cayenne
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons ground thyme
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pepper
- 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon all-spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups chopped pineapple
Glaze
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup bourbon or rum, optional
- 1-2 in chipotle chilies adobo, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- Remove the ham from the refrigerator (still wrapped) a couple of hours (depending on your house temp) before you intend to cook it so that it can get closer to room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Place ham in a roasting pan. In a small bowl combine all the dry ingredients for the spice mixture. Rub the spice rub all over the ham, depending on the size of your ham you may or may not need to use all of the spice mixture. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1 1/2 hours.
- While the ham is cooking, in a medium sauce pan, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, bourbon or rum, chipotle chiles and pineapple juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until reduced by about half. Remove from the heat and set aside until the ham is done.
- After the ham has been baking for 1 1/2 hours, remove from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
- Brush the baked ham with the glaze (you might not use all the glaze), then place the chopped pineapple in the bottom of the dish around the ham. If desired, you may also use toothpicks to secure the pineapple onto the ham. Return the ham to the oven and bake uncovered until heated through and caramelized, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove and let sit 5 minutes. Serve warm with the remaining glaze.
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I made this for Easter dinner tonight and literally everyone, all 12 people, said this was the best ham they’d ever had. The combination of the sweet pineapple with subtle Chipotle spice is amazing! This will be my go to ham recipe from here on out
Hey Christine,
Perfect!! Thanks so much for giving this recipe a go, I am thrilled to hear that it was a winner! Have the best week!? xT
BEST HAM EVER. It’s the one and only ham recipe that I can serve to my ham loathing in-laws. They’ve requested it ever year for the past 3 years. Highly recommend turning that leftover shank into split pea and ham soup… it is *chef’s kiss* amazing!
Hey there,
Wonderful!! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Have the best weekend!☀️ xx
Hi Tieghan! I am so excited to make this for our Christmas dinner this year. Curious what sides you would suggest making to accompany it?
Thanks!
Hi Megan,
Ohh so many options! I would probably do some type of potato, a big salad, and a veggie! I hope you love the recipe! xTieghan
Tieghan! This was incredible! We ended up making your cheesy scallop potatoes with caramelized onions as well. Both were a great success! Thank you for yet another killer recipe and for making our Christmas dinner a memorable one (my husband is still raving about the ham!)
Hi Megan,
Awesome!! I am thrilled to hear this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Holidays!? xT
I accidentally got a skinless ham?! It’s a bone in shank, but skinless. Any tips? This recipe looks great but I’m worried.
Hey Alana, I think that will still be ok. I would follow the recipe as is! Let me know how it turns out!
It was perfect! Thanks 🙂
Very good! I didn’t need to wait for a special occasion to try this out.
I had a 4lb pre-cooked smoked ham. Cut the rub / spices in 1/2 and the glaze by 1/2 as well. Cooked in foil for about 35-40 minutes. Followed balance of directions for cooking time (1/2 hour at 400). The ham had a little bite, but very good. Nice and juicy. Left overs gained some ‘potency’ overnight! Especially the pineapple. This has been added to my favourites. Thank you!
Hey Dave,
I am so thrilled this recipe was a hit, thanks a lot for giving it a try!! xTieghan
I feel like this is an obvious answer, but if the ham is half that size then you’d adjust the cooking time accordingly correct?
Hey Kari,
Yes, that is correct:) I hope you love the recipe! xTieghan
This was the best ham I’ve ever made. Everyone raved about it! SO delicious.
Hey Alex,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad you enjoyed! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Do you bake this ham COVERED in the roasting pan or uncovered? Thanks!
Hey Lindsey,
The ham is covered with foil. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
How spicy is this ham? Just a little bite or quite a bit, I have one that doesn’t do extra spicy well.
Hey Pam,
This is not too spicy, but you can always reduce your heat. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Absolutely a hit! We have been making this every thanksgiving for the past 3 years. I wish I could get the glaze thicker but 10/10 highly recommend.
Thank you so much Sadie! xTieghan
I’ve made this ham for several years now. It’s delicious! Flavorful, little sweet, a little spicy and the flavors work so well with the smoky ham. Every guest I’ve served it to has said it’s the best ham they’ve ever had. Easy as well. And the leftovers…!
Hi Amy! Wow that is so amazing to hear! I am so glad you all loved this recipe! Thank you for trying it! xTieghan
This has become a holiday staple for our family since first making this a few years back. Best ham ever!
That is so amazing to hear! Thank you Felicia! I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving! xTieghan
This looks amazing – how would you adapt this for a slow-cooker?
Hi Morgan! I would simply slow cook the seasoned ham for 6-7 hours on LOW with 1 cup water. Then, brush the glaze over the ham during the last 45 minutes of cooking and cook with the lid off. I am sure that will be so delicious! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
Just verifying you do not add salt at all during the recipe. I don’t see it in the list of ingredients but the picture of spices you have above looks like there is salt.
Thanks!
Hey Katie! Yes, you should add 1 teaspoon salt. recipe is all fixed. Sorry about that! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
This ham recipe is my absolute favorite! I’m making it for a family gathering this weekend and I’m wondering if you have a soup recipe that uses the remainder of the ham and the ham bone? Thanks for all of your amazing recipes!!
Hey Melissa! I actually do not have a ham soup recipe. I am so sorry, wish I could help you more. I’d recommend the below recipe. Please let me know if you have any other questions. So glad you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1013444-ham-bone-soup