Pasta With Chicken And Country Ham Recipe
Mushrooms, Asparagus, Shallot, Light Cream Sauce
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Pasta
Protein
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Prepare the Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken and Ham
- 2
Sauté the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Sauté until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Sauté the Ham
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced country ham and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 4
Make the Sauce
- 5
Combine Ingredients
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the light cream. Stir to combine, then add the sautéed chicken, ham, and cooked pasta. Toss everything together to coat in the sauce.
- 6
Finish the Dish
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and incorporated. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if desired.
Serve
- 7
Plate the Pasta
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.