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Cooking a ham steak on the stove couldn’t be easier! In just 15 minutes, you can have a juicy, savory ham steak pan-fried to perfection and topped with a delicious glaze. It’s the perfect meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and so simple to make in a single skillet!
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“This was good. I really enjoyed it…”
– Paul
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 15 minutes with simple pantry staples.
- Perfect for One: A single ham steak provides rich, smoky flavor without the hassle of a large roast or extra leftovers.
- Sweet & Savory: The brown sugar glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness.
I love how easy it is to cook a glazed ham steak on the stove. It comes together fast and tastes incredible.
A ham steak is simply a thick slice from a whole ham, giving you all the flavor without the hassle of a large roast. With a quick sear and a simple glaze, you have a hearty, satisfying meal in minutes.
If you have a little ham leftover, use it in these recipes:
- Crustless Spinach Quiche For One
- Split Pea Soup For One
- Mini Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Small Batch Ham and Cheese Scones
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this glazed ham steak recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Ham steak: Use a fully cooked, 8-ounce ham steak. These are often found near the bacon in the meat section. Look for labels such as “fully cooked,” “cured,” or “hickory smoked.” This recipe will not work with an uncooked ham steak.
- Butter: A small amount of butter is used to sear the ham and build flavor.
- Glaze (Brown Sugar, Maple Syrup, Dijon Mustard): This simple three-ingredient glaze brings a balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Brown sugar adds sweetness, maple syrup adds depth, and Dijon mustard provides a mild tang that complements the ham perfectly.
Recipe Tip:
We recently updated this recipe with a new maple-Dijon glaze that we think is even better than the original. If you’ve made this recipe before and loved the brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon glaze featured in the video, feel free to use that version – but we highly recommend giving this updated glaze a try!
Recipe Variations
This easy ham steak recipe can be customized with a few simple ingredient swaps or additions.
- Spicy Glaze: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the glaze.
- Pineapple Glaze: Replace maple syrup with pineapple juice.
- No Mustard: If you’re not a fan of mustard, simply leave it out for a sweeter glaze.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Stir in a little chopped rosemary or thyme.
How To Cook Ham Steak On A Stove
These photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to cook ham steak. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- In a 10-inch skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the ham steak and cook for 4 minutes.
- Flip the ham and cook for 3 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves, about 30 seconds.
- Spoon the glaze over the ham and serve.
Want to bake your ham steak instead?
Try our Baked Ham Steak Sheet Pan Meal for an easy one pan dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes.
Expert Tips
- Read Before Starting: Review the ingredients and steps before starting.
- Let Ham Rest: Allow the ham to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for more even heating.
- Glaze Is Optional: You can skip the glaze if you prefer plain ham.
- Freezer-Friendly: Ham steaks can be frozen for up to 3 months—great to keep on hand when they’re on sale.
What To Serve With Ham Steak
Pair your ham steak with a delicious single serving side dish to make it a complete meal. Here are a few great options.
- Mashed Potatoes For One
- Single Serving Green Beans Almondine
- Potato Salad For One
- Small Bach Cornbread
- Potatoes O’Brien For One
- Small Batch Sweet Potato Wedges
- One Baked Potato
Frequently Asked Questions
Look for one labeled “fully cooked,” “cured,” or “hickory smoked.” Avoid raw or uncooked ham steaks unless you plan to cook them thoroughly.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat it in a skillet over low heat for a few minutes on each side, or warm it in the microwave in short intervals to avoid drying it out.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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How To Cook A Ham Steak
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon salted butter
- 1 (8-ounce) boneless, fully cooked ham steak
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a 10-inch skillet, melt 1/2 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the ham steak and cook for 4 minutes.
- Flip the ham and cook for 3 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves, about 30 seconds.
- Spoon the glaze over the ham and serve.
Notes
- Read Before Starting: Review the ingredients and steps before starting.
- Let Ham Rest: Allow the ham to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for more even heating.
- Glaze Is Optional: You can skip the glaze if you prefer plain ham.
- Freezer-Friendly: Ham steaks can be frozen for up to 3 months—great to keep on hand when they’re on sale.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Ham steak is one of my favorite easy dinners. It’s our go-to when you have that one cool day in the summer and you need some comfort food but you don’t want to go heavy. Our favorite combo is parsley butter baby potatoes and carrots. I save some of the glaze from the ham to put on the carrots. Some time I cut them smaller and just toss them in with the ham. During corn season we replace the potatoes with corn on the cob. As for your glaze, what I do is very similar. I also add sweet smoked paprika. Really makes a difference. I really love the idea in another comment of adding some pineapple juice. Off to buy one because now I want it so bad!
That sounds delicious — I love your idea of adding smoked paprika to the glaze. It adds such great depth of flavor!
I buy Farmer John’s ham steak for one at the grocery store. It can be found where the bacon and sausage are in most grocery stores. For dinner, I cook the entire little steak in an 8″ skillet and serve with 1 roasted red potato that I have quartered and dotted with butter and diced garlic; and green beans with a blend of garlic, salt and pepper. I use a small cast iron baking pan in my air fryer to cook the potato and green beans. Takes about 10 minutes, turning them once.