Rice and Ham Skillet Dish

This is an easy one dish meal that goes together quick. Flavorful ham, rice and delicious vegetables makes this a colorful, yet comforting dish.

Ingredients

1 Tbs. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
1 c. mushrooms (I use canned mushrooms)
1 c. fully cooked ham, cubed
3/4 c. corn
3/4 c. rice
1 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 c. cheese shredded (we use extra sharp cheddar cheese, or pepper jack)

Directions

In a cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.  Add onion and garlic. Sauté until soft. 

Stir in the mushrooms, ham, corn, rice, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover the skillet with a lid and lower the heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Season with salt and pepper as desired.

Stir in half the cheese.  Mix well.  Sprinkle the rest of the cheese over the top of the rice dish. Cover and heat until the cheese is melted.  

Serve and enjoy.

Notes

We don't always drain our mushrooms. We just add the liquid in.  Or you can use fresh mushrooms, too.