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Ham, Potatoes and Green Beans on the Stove

A comforting one-pan meal featuring smoky ham, creamy potatoes, and bright green beans, perfect for a family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter Use butter for a richer taste.
  • 1 pound ham steak, diced Can use leftover baked ham.
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered Yukon Golds recommended.
  • 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed Frozen beans can be used.
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced Shallots can be substituted.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Press for best flavor.
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional; adds smoky notes.
  • to taste salt and black pepper Season carefully due to ham's saltiness.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Lemon zest is a bright alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Omit for kid-friendly version.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced ham and let it brown and crisp at the edges, about 4–5 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 3 minutes.
  4. Toss in the halved potatoes and stir to coat them in the pan juices. Let them brown lightly for 5–6 minutes.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and smoked paprika (if using) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  7. Add the green beans on top of the potato-ham mixture, cover and steam for 4–6 minutes for fresh beans.
  8. Uncover, stir in Dijon mustard, and simmer uncovered for 1–2 minutes to thicken the liquid.
  9. Finish with chopped parsley or lemon zest, and serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for leftovers and can be transformed into a richer dish on the second day. For a variation, consider adding white wine, dried cranberries, or making it vegetarian with tofu or mushrooms.