Best 7 Ham And Cheese Pasta Skillet Recipes

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**Ham and Cheese Pasta Skillet: A Quick and Easy One-Pot Meal**

Craving a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than the Ham and Cheese Pasta Skillet. This one-pot dish combines tender pasta, flavorful ham, gooey cheese, and a creamy sauce for a satisfying meal that's ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this pasta skillet is sure to become a family favorite.

The recipe features three variations to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. The classic Ham and Cheese Pasta Skillet is made with a creamy cheese sauce, while the Lightened-Up Ham and Cheese Pasta Skillet uses skim milk and reduced-fat cheese for a healthier option. For those who love vegetables, the Veggie-Packed Ham and Cheese Pasta Skillet adds a variety of colorful veggies like broccoli, bell peppers, and zucchini.

Each variation offers a unique twist on the classic ham and cheese combination, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. So gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY HAM PASTA SKILLET RECIPE



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This is a quick and easy ham and pasta skillet dinner recipe perfect for using up leftover ham.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     30-Minute Meals     Main Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 large red bell pepper (diced)
1/2 medium onion (diced)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
3 cups cooked ham (1/2-inch cubes)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
12 ounces uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese (divided)
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Add pepper, onion, and garlic and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add ham, basil and oregano and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in broth, lemon juice, and pasta. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for about 8 minutes, then uncover and cook for about another 10 minutes, until pasta is tender and liquid reduced.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Sprinkle parsley and remaining Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 18 g, Sodium 1235 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SKILLET PASTA WITH HAM AND PEAS



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This is a great way to use up your leftover Easter ham!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 small leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 ounces ham steak (or leftover ham), cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 2/3 cups half-and-half
2 cups shredded fontina cheese (about 6 ounces)
6 ounces bow-tie pasta (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 cups frozen peas
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the leeks, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the leeks are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the ham and cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until moistened, 1 minute. Add the half-and-half and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup fontina until melted.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the broiler and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs for al dente, adding the peas in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and peas.
  • Add the pasta and peas to the skillet and toss to coat, adding the reserved cooking water as needed to loosen; season with salt and pepper. Top with the remaining 1 cup fontina and the parmesan. Broil until lightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 770, Fat 40 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Cholesterol 155 milligrams, Sodium 1588 milligrams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 16 grams

PRETTY PENNE HAM SKILLET



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I'm a busy nurse, so fast meals are a must. This pasta is a tasty change of pace from potato-ham casseroles. -Kathy Stephan, West Seneca, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add ham, red pepper and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until ham is browned and vegetables are tender. Add garlic and herbs; cook 1-2 minutes longer., Stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

HAM AND CHEESE PASTA SKILLET



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Make and share this Ham and Cheese Pasta Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Noreaster

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed 98% fat free broccoli cheese soup
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
10 ounces frozen broccoli cuts
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, diced
3 cups rotini pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Mix together soup, milk, mustard and broccoli in skillet. Heat to a boil; cook over low heat 5 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
  • Add the ham and cooked pasta and heat through.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.4, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 56.1, Sodium 124.6, Carbohydrate 65.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 28

HAM & CHEESE PASTA SKILLET



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Ham and bacon in the same dish? Yep-and it's predictably delicious, tossed in a skillet with pasta, chopped broccoli and melty Cheddar cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 4 servings, about 1-1/2 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups water
1 pkg. (6.6 oz.) KRAFT Classic Ranch with Bacon Pasta Salad
2 cups chopped cooked ham
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Add contents of Pasta and Seasoning pouches. Reduce heat to medium; cover. Simmer 7 to 10 min. or until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in ham and broccoli; top with cheese. Cook, covered, 3 to 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1570 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 30 g

VELVEETA® HAM & CHEESE MAC SKILLET



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Top three reasons to like this ham and cheese skillet: 1. It's easy. 2. It's cheesy! 3. One-pan cleanup. 4. Ready in just 20 minutes! (Oops. That's four.)

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/4 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups water
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, cut into bite size pieces
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, green beans, peas), thawed

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in large skillet on high heat. Stir in macaroni; simmer on medium-low heat 6 to 8 min. or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in VELVEETA, ham and vegetables; cook 5 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and macaroni mixture is heated through, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 950 mg, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 18 g

HAM AND CHEESE PASTA



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Kids and adults alike will love this dressed-up version of creamy macaroni and cheese from our Test Kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound sliced deli ham, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus during the last 3 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter; add garlic. Stir in the flour, onion powder, pepper and thyme until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat. Add cheeses; stir until melted. Stir in ham; heat through. Drain pasta and asparagus; toss with cheese mixture.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet to ensure even cooking and to prevent the pasta from sticking.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes since it will continue to cook in the sauce.
  • Use a good quality, sharp knife to dice the ham and vegetables. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet when adding the pasta and vegetables. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • Stir the pasta and vegetables frequently to prevent them from sticking to the skillet.
  • Season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices as desired.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, topped with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Conclusion:

This easy ham and cheese pasta skillet recipe is a quick and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. The combination of ham, cheese, and pasta is always a winner, and the addition of vegetables makes this dish even more nutritious. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table that the whole family will enjoy.

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