Best 7 Ham Spaghetti Skillet Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Ham Spaghetti Skillet, a symphony of flavors that will have you coming back for seconds. This one-pot dish is a delightful blend of savory ham, tender spaghetti, and a creamy sauce, all harmoniously combined in a skillet. With its quick and easy preparation, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave a comforting meal.

Embark on a culinary journey with our collection of Ham Spaghetti Skillet variations, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic Ham and Spaghetti Skillet, where the flavors of ham and spaghetti shine through, to the zesty Ham and Spinach Skillet, where spinach adds a vibrant pop of color and nutrients, to the indulgent Ham and Cheese Skillet, where melted cheese creates a rich and gooey layer of goodness, our recipes cater to every palate.

For those seeking a lighter option, our Ham and Zucchini Skillet is a delightful choice, where zucchini lends a refreshing crunch and a boost of healthy goodness. And for a touch of heat, our Ham and Jalapeño Skillet infuses the dish with a spicy kick, sure to please those who enjoy a bit of fire in their food.

No matter your preference, our Ham Spaghetti Skillet recipes guarantee a satisfying and flavorful meal that the whole family will love. So gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

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

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

GARLIC AND HAM SPAGHETTI



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This is a wonderful and quick dinner. I have never not been asked for the recipe when I serve it to friends. Don't be discouraged by the number of ingredients... you can add or delete any items you wish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, toss with olive oil and serve with French bread, if desired. Toss in some artichoke hearts if you'd like.

Provided by Wendi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces spaghetti
5 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 onion, chopped
16 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained
12 slices ham, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add garlic, onion, mushrooms, broccoli, olives, and ham. Saute mixture until onions are translucent.
  • In a large bowl toss cooked spaghetti with vegetable mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Cholesterol 38.2 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 517.9 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

HAM & PASTA SKILLET



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

Provided by mtchbx20

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cup each, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can campbell's condensed broccoli cheese soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
2 cups fresh broccoli florets or 1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli cuts
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, cut into strips
2 1/4 cups medium shell pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Heat the soup, milk, mustard and broccoli in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.
  • Stir the ham and pasta in the skillet and cook until the mixture is hot and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.9, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 38.9, Sodium 1399.8, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 23.3

ITALIAN SPAGHETTI WITH HAM



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Make and share this Italian Spaghetti with Ham recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Karen in KS

Categories     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups slivered cooked ham
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
8 ounces thin spaghetti
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 cup sliced black olives
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet and lightly saute the ham and garlic.
  • Cook spaghetti, drain and add to skillet.
  • Reduce heat to low, stir in cheese, half the parsley, eggs and olives.
  • Remove from heat and toss with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle with remaining parsley before serving.

ONE-POT HAM AND VEGGIE PASTA



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This single-pot meal is the perfect way to use up leftover ham for a weeknight dinner. It's creamy, comforting, and quick-and-easy.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ½ cups cubed fully cooked ham
½ cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 ¼ cups fat free half-and-half
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
2 cups frozen peas and carrots
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
chopped parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ham and onion; saute for about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes.
  • Whisk together chicken broth, half-and-half, and flour in a bowl until smooth; pour into the pot. Stir in farfalle pasta, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Add peas and carrots. Cook until pasta is cooked through, about 8 more minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1042 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful dish, use a smoky ham steak or ham hock.
  • If you don't have spaghetti, you can use any other type of pasta, such as penne, macaroni, or rotini.
  • To make the dish more kid-friendly, add a cup of frozen peas or corn.
  • If you want a creamy sauce, stir in 1/2 cup of milk or cream before serving.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh parsley or chives for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This Ham Spaghetti Skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover ham. The dish is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Ham Spaghetti Skillet a try.

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