Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce Recipe

Transform leftover ham into a vibrant and flavorful pasta sauce! This recipe combines sweet carrots, zesty ginger, and savory ham in a rich chicken broth for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Perfect with spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 127.8 kcal
Protein 14g
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How to Make Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 cup chopped onion; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add 1 cup diced leftover ham and sauté for 1 minute until lightly browned.
  3. Pour in 2 cups chicken broth, increase heat to medium-high, and bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in 1 cup sliced carrots and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger.
  5. Once the broth returns to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until carrots are tender-crisp.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Toss the sauce with 1 pound cooked pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce?

Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce?

Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce has approximately 127.8 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce?

The key ingredients for Carrots And Ham In Gingered Chicken Broth Pasta Sauce are Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Onion, Ham, Chicken Broth, Carrot. See the full list with measurements above.

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