Creamy Ham and Chicken Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into ½-inch pieces
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Salt and pepper to taste
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8 ounces diced or cubed ham
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8 ounces penne pasta
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2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
→ Sauce Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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½ cup minced onion (about ½ medium onion)
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2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups chicken broth
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2 cups half and half
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it along with the ham to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from the pot and set aside.
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While the chicken cooks, prepare the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and add the minced onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is tender, then stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Whisk in the flour to create a paste, then gradually add chicken broth and half and half, whisking to combine into a smooth sauce. Stir in Dijon mustard, thyme, parsley, and additional salt and pepper to taste.
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Add the cooked chicken, ham, and pasta to the pot with the sauce. Mix well to coat everything evenly. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded Swiss cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Serve warm.