One Pot Cheesy Ham & Rice Skillet
One Pot Cheesy Ham & Rice Skillet is delicious recipe made with a lightened up cheese sauce, brown rice, peas and leftover ham for a healthy 30 minute family friendly meal!
Servings: 5
Calories: 760kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1 c. diced onion
- 2 c. cubed ham
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 3 Tbsp flour substitute Masa corn flour for gluten-free option
- 1 tsp Italian herb seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 2 c. chicken broth
- 1 c. milk
- 2 c. Minute brown rice
- 12 oz. frozen peas
- 3/4 c. shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion to the pan and saute for 3 minutes.
- Add the ham and garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Add the flour, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the chicken broth to the skillet and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove all the cooked on bits. Add the milk, brown rice and peas and bring to a boil.
- Once the skillet reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook on low for 5 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and serve immediately!
Nutrition
Calories: 760kcal | Carbohydrates: 101g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 2230mg | Potassium: 439mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1110IU | Vitamin C: 37.6mg | Calcium: 539mg | Iron: 8.5mg