Creamy Ham Cheese Pasta: An Indulgent Chicken Ham Delight
Creamy Ham Cheese Pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat-Based
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 cups cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced ham and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Stir in the cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the shredded cheese and garlic powder, stirring until the cheese is melted.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams