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Easy Ham Steak Recipe

Enjoy a quick, delicious ham steak with brown sugar glaze ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: ham, ham glaze, ham steak
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter , divided
  • 1 (8-ounce) boneless, fully cooked ham steak
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the ham steak in the pan and cook for 4 minutes. Then, flip the steak over and cook for 3 minutes more. Transfer to a plate and cover.
  • Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet. Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon. Cook, stirring frequently for 30seconds to 1 minute, until the sugar disolves. Pour over ham steak and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Before you start cooking, make sure to read the entire recipe, including the Ingredient Notes section, and examine the process photos. This detailed guide will help you understand how the recipe unfolds, ensuring your ham steak turns out perfect every time. All the information you need is found within the body of this recipe post, so don’t miss a thing!
  • Bring Ham to Room Temperature: Allow the ham steak to sit out until it reaches room temperature (about 15 minutes). This ensures even cooking.
  • Preheat Your Skillet: Always start with a hot pan for a perfect sear on your ham steak.
  • Optional Brown Sugar Glaze: The ham glaze is optional; you can cook the ham steak as per the recipe and enjoy it unglazed if you prefer.
  • Stock Up and Freeze: If you come across a sale on ham steaks, go ahead and stock up. They can be frozen for up to 3 months when properly stored.

Nutrition

Serving: 1brown sugar glazed ham steak | Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 1503mg | Potassium: 23mg | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

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