Ham and egg noodles is a simple, comforting dish that combines tender egg noodles with savory ham and a flavorful sauce. It’s a great option for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something hearty but easy to prepare. The dish is both filling and satisfying, with a perfect balance of protein, carbs, and flavors that make it a family favorite.
To start, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water to help create a smooth sauce later. While the noodles are cooking, chop your ham into bite-sized pieces. You can use leftover ham from a previous meal or fresh ham steak, depending on what you have available.
In a large skillet, heat some butter or oil over medium heat. Add the chopped ham to the skillet and sauté until it’s heated through and slightly crispy on the edges. This step will bring out the rich flavor of the ham and add a bit of texture to the dish.
Once the ham is cooked, add a little more butter to the skillet and sauté some garlic until fragrant. Then, pour in a small amount of heavy cream or chicken broth, depending on your preference for richness. Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to combine and create a light sauce. If you want to thicken the sauce, you can add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese or a splash of pasta water to help bind the ingredients together.
Next, add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss them in the sauce, ensuring they’re coated evenly. For extra flavor, you can season with salt, pepper, and herbs like parsley or thyme. Let everything cook together for a minute or two to ensure the noodles absorb some of the sauce and flavors.
For a final touch, you can sprinkle additional grated cheese over the top and serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad. This ham and egg noodle dish is deliciously creamy, savory, and satisfying, making it an excellent choice for a quick, no-fuss meal that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 100 grams egg noodles cooked and drained
- 75 grams ham diced
- 1 tablespoon butter for sautéing
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 50 ml heavy cream or milk, for creaminess
- to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the diced ham and cook for 3-4 minutes, until lightly browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the cooked egg noodles, tossing to coat them with the creamy ham mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
This is so easy and delicious! I added some veggies for color. Thanks!
It was too greasy for my taste. Might try it with less butter next time.
Way too creamy for my taste. I think I’ll stick to light sauces.
Why are you so against cream? You gotta try the recipe before hatin’ on it!
I hear you! Creamy sauces aren’t for everyone. I prefer a good tomato sauce myself.
Tasted good but felt like it was missing something. Maybe some cheese?
What about adding some cheese? Needs more flavor!!
Too much ham, not for my taste. 🤢
I followed the recipe but it turned out too salty. Did I do something wrong? 🙁
Maybe you added too much salt? Or the ham was already salty? I usually skip the added salt just to be safe. 😅
I think you just need to taste as you go! Salt can be tricky. Don’t be sad, you’ll get it right next time! 😊
I didn’t have heavy cream, so I used milk instead. It was a bit runny but still good.
Using milk instead of heavy cream is a clever idea! Glad it turned out good. I’ll have to try that next time.
This looks simple but I hate ham. Can I use chicken instead?
Noodles & ham? Really? Seems boring. I’d rather have a pizza. 🍕
I don’t know, it seemed like too much cream for me. Maybe I did it wrong?
Kinda bland. I added some cheese to make it better. Next time, I’m using more seasoning. 🤷♂️
I totally get that! It can be pretty bland without more seasoning. I’m a fan of adding garlic powder and maybe some chili flakes for a kick! 🌶️
Cheese? Really? I don’t know if that would work well with ham and eggs. I’ll stick to the recipe as is.
Yum! I add some chili flakes, made it spicy! 🔥
I found it a bit bland. Needs more spices!
This dish is super easy to make! My kids loved it and went back for seconds! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This was super easy to make! The flavors are great together. My kids loved it! 😊
I’m glad to hear your kids enjoyed it! 😊 It’s super quick too, perfect for busy nights!
Looks easy, but I dunno… kids can be picky. Is it really that good? 🤔
Super easy and delicious! My kids loved it.
I made this but forgot the cream, so I used water. 😬 It was not great. Won’t do that again.
My husband don’t like cream, so I just used water. It way too soupy but he ate it. Meh.
Yall, the heavy cream is a game changer! It make everything taste better. 💯
My husband said it tasted like hospital food… not impressed. 😒
Not bad, but felt like it needed more flavor. Maybe some cheese?
Hmm… mine came out kinda bland. I followed the steps exactly and measured things, but the flavor was missing something. Maybe I should’ve sautéed the garlic longer or added more ham?
That’s frustrating! For me the key is seasoning the cream mixture right after it simmers—like, don’t just do salt/pepper at the end. You might also try adding a pinch of garlic powder or a little grated Parmesan for a fuller flavor.
Maybe the garlic needed longer, yeah. 1 minute is kinda short if your pan runs cool. Also 50 ml cream feels low—could be why it tastes flat. I’d add more ham or a splash of broth.
OMG this is my go-to recipe now! The cream makes it so rich, I love it! ❤️
The sauce got a bit thick after sitting. Maybe I should simmer less? Tasted good though—just not as creamy when reheated.
So good!!! I licked the plate clean. Will make again!
I totally agree! This dish is super tasty! Can’t wait to try it again too!
This was so easy to make! My kids loved it! Will definitely make again.
I’m glad to hear that! It really is an easy recipe. My kids loved it too, especially the creaminess!
Nice and easy! I threw in some peas and it was even better! Will definitely make again.
Made this tonight and it was super comforting. The garlic + ham combo smells amazing, and the cream makes the noodles cling perfectly. I added a little extra pepper—10/10.
I added some veggies and it turned out really good! Nice recipe.
Super simple! I forgot the garlic but still turned out good. My grandma called it ‘comfort food’! ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Honestly I didn’t think ham and egg noodles would work but wow. The method is foolproof. I was worried the noodles would get mushy but they stayed nice.
Made this for dinner and it was so quick, I might do this weekly! Easy and yummy! 👍
I tried this too! It really is super easy! 😋
I don’t know, seems a bit too simple for dinner. Where’s the flair?
I don’t eat ham, so I used turkey instead. Does that count? 😂
Five stars. Like, actually. I used smoked ham and it was next level. The creamy coating clung to every noodle.
Delish!
Thanks! It really is super tasty. Did you add anything extra?
I made this for dinner last night and it was very nice 🙂
I skipped the cream and used water, didn’t really work out 😔
Pretty straightforward, but I think 3–4 minutes for the ham is too short if your ham is thicker. Mine needed a couple more minutes to brown.
I dunno. It tasted kinda bland to me. Maybe more seasonin?
Are egg noodles really necessary? I tried it with regular pasta and it was good!
How can this be a recipe? Just throw noodles with ham?? Not impressed.
I don’t know about this… just ham and noodles? Sounds kinda plain if you ask me.
wow so good!! the garlic smelled amazing, and my kids ate it like seconds. parsley was like the final touch lol.
This was soooo good! I added a bit of cheese on top and it was perfect!
Cheese? Really? I think it’s fine without it. But to each their own, I guess.
I bet the cheese made it taste even better! Can’t wait to try this myself!
I used leftover turkey instead of ham and it turned out great too!
This was OK, but my husband thought it looked weird. I don’t know why though??
I think it sounds great! Not sure what your husband expected. Sometimes simple dishes can be overlooked.
Weird? How can it look weird? It’s just noodles and ham! I loved it!
This is like my grandma used to make. So nostalgic! 😍
I love that! My grandma used to make a similar dish but with chicken. So comforting! 😊
Looks good, but my grandma never used cream! Just good ol’ butter and seasoning. 🤷♂️
This was super easy to make! My kids loved it!
Sounds easy, but do you really think it’s healthy? Ham and cream don’t seem good for kids.
I’m glad to hear your kids loved it! It’s such a quick meal to whip up.
Delicious!
I don’t think ham goes with noodles? But this turned out okay.
Super easy to make! My kids loved it. Will defo make again.
Glad your kids enjoyed it! It’s so simple yet delicious. Can’t wait to try it myself.
Ham noodles, delicious! I’m making this for dinner tonight!
That sounds amazing! I love ham and noodles together. Hope it turns out great!
Looks easy, but is it really that good? I’ve tried similar recipes that were just okay.
What about adding some veggies? Like peas or carrots would be great!
Just made it for dinner, and it was a hit! Easy cleanup too!
Made this for dinner last night and it was sooo good! My kids loved it!
I forgot to add parsley at the end (oops). Still tasty, just looked kinda plain. Will follow the garnish next time.
What do u mean by ‘heavy cream’? Can I use milk instead?
1 tablespoon butter feels too little to me. I think it needs more fat—otherwise it sticks. But once I added a little more butter, it turned out fine.
Is this healthy? Looks yum but I’m trying to eat better.
It looks delicious, but I’d say it’s not the healthiest with that much cream. Just my two cents!
Really? I think it’s fine in moderation! Plus, you can swap heavy cream for yogurt for healthier option.
This turned out amazing! So creamy and flavorful. I added extra garlic because I’m a garlic lover. 😍
Not gonna lie, I was skeptical about just noodles + ham + cream, but it’s actually better than expected. Could totally be a weeknight staple.
I’m skeptical about heavy cream vs milk—ended up using milk and it got a bit thin. If you thicken it slightly (like simmering longer), it’s great.
Made this tonight—so comforting. The garlic + ham combo smells amazing, and the cream coats the noodles perfectly. I added a little extra pepper and it was spot on.
Ok so… I used spaghetti noodles by mistake and it was a no. The sauce didn’t cling right. Still tasty though, just not the vibe I wanted.
I’m skeptical about “egg noodles” with cream and ham, but wow… actually good. The parsley garnish is a nice touch too.
Same here—I expected it to be weird with egg noodles, but the garlic + cream combo really makes it work. Parsley totally helps too.
Didn’t like the cream. Too rich for my taste. I think I’ll swap it for broth next time.
I actually love the cream! Makes it so rich and tasty. But I get that not everyone likes it that way. Broth sounds interesting though!
Really cozy and quick! The garlic + cream combo tastes like something from a diner, and the parsley makes it look fancy. I used whole milk and it still worked.
Yes! This combo is super comforting—like diner food but way easier. I did 2% milk and it was still nice and creamy. Parsley really does make it look “done.”
Wait… 1 clove garlic for all that? Seems too little 😅 Also I used half the butter and mine came out kinda salty, but maybe I overdid the ham. Still, not bad for a quick meal.
Simple and quick! My kids loved it! Will definitely make again.
Ham and egg noodles? Sounds fun! But my kids usually say no to ham. Maybe I’ll try it with chicken instead.
Yummy! But why is it called ham n egg noodles? There’s no eggs in the main part???
I think the name comes from the egg noodles themselves! They are a key part of the dish, even if there aren’t any eggs directly in it. Still tasty!
Honestly, I was skeptical. I thought it would be too simple, but it was delicious! Will make again!
I’m glad you liked it! Sometimes simple is best. Next time, try adding some veggies for extra flavor!
It does seem too easy! I wonder if it really tastes that good, though. Might just be the ham’s flavor doing all the work.
Tasty & filling! Perfect for a busy night! 🌟
This recipe is super easy and delish! My kids loved it!
Its good for quick meal, but I wouldn’t make it again. Not enough flavor. 😒
Way too much garlic for me. I know it says 1 clove, but I’m sensitive—next time I’ll do half and see.
Totally get it—garlic can be intense. Half a clove next time sounds like a perfect adjustment.
Kinda weird to me using egg noodles with cream and ham, but my boyfriend requested it lol. Turned out tasty—kinda like a shortcut stroganoff.
Egg noodles + cream + ham is a bit random but… if it tastes good it tastes good. I might add a little onion or paprika next time for more flavor. My hubby would approve lol.
Honestly that makes sense to me—egg noodles soak up that creamy ham sauce really well. Shortcut stroganoff is exactly what it sounds like 😄
Way too easy! Even a caveman could cook this. 😂 But I loved it.
My noodles went a tad dry because I let them sit too long in the pan. If you serve right away, it’s perfect.
That makes sense—noodles definitely suck up the cream if they sit. I’ll try keeping it looser (a splash of milk/cream) right before serving.
I didn’t have heavy cream so I used milk. It still worked, but the sauce took longer to come together and I had to keep stirring. Tasty anyway!
Followed it step by step but mine turned out dry. Any tips for more sauce?
I made this with leftover ham from the fridge. Used half-and-half and it was fine. I could see how heavy cream would make it richer though.
Sooo good, I ate it all by myself. 😋 10/10 recommend!
This sounds delicious! I gotta try it soon. Thanks for sharing! 😍
I dunno… seems too easy to be that good. What if it doesn’t taste like anything? 🤔
YUM YUM YUM! My kids scarfed this down. I used leftover ham from Easter.
The recipe says 100 grams noodles cooked—wait, is that 100g dry or cooked? I assumed dry and it came out more noodle-heavy. Still ate it, but next time I’ll measure carefully.
Not bad but it felt a bit bland until I added more salt. Also, 1 minute for garlic might be too long if your heat runs hot—mine got close to burning.
I did it with turkey ham because that’s what I had. Same idea, just not as rich, but still yummy and filling. Would make again.
That sounds like a great swap—turkey ham is a lot lighter. Glad it still turned out yummy!
Made this for dinner and it was a hit! I substituted bacon instead of ham. So good!
Bacon sounds awesome! I should try that next time. Glad you enjoyed it!
This recipe isn’t meant for bacon! Ham is key to the flavor. You might not get the same taste.
Gotta add more salt! I ended up using like 3 teaspoons.
This was easy, but I think 3–4 minutes for browning the ham might depend on your pan. Mine needed a couple extra minutes. Still super tasty though.
I used milk instead of heavy cream and it still tasted good. Might add a tiny bit of cheese next time for extra richness.
Nice! Milk instead of heavy cream is totally believable—glad it still came out good. A little cheese next time sounds like a great way to boost the richness.
Hmm, I’d be worried milk would split if you heat it too hard. Did you keep it at a gentle simmer? Also, what kind of cheese were you thinking—cheddar or parmesan?
Ham + eggs = classic combo! Yummm!!!! 👍🏻
I thought this was gonna be bland, but wow, so tasty! The garlic really brings it out.
I’m glad you liked it! Garlic makes everything better, doesn’t it?
Tasty? Really? I thought that was just basic ham and noodles…
It came out a bit bland for my taste. Salt was definitely needed, and I think more garlic would help too. Still, the texture was good.
I don’t eat ham, so I used bacon instead. Came out even better, trust me!
Meh, I guess. Could use some veggies or something.
Egg noodles? Shouldn’t it be spaghetti? Whatever, it was still yum.
not sure what heavy cream is?? milk works too right?
Heavy cream is thicker than milk, it makes the dish creamier! But if you’re in a pinch, milk could work.
It was good but kinda bland. I think more spices are needed. 🤷♂️
I followed the steps but my sauce was a little thin—maybe I needed to simmer longer. Taste was still good though, and the parsley at the end helped a lot.
Mine was thin once too. I think I poured the cream too fast and didn’t cook it long enuff. Next time I’ll simmer till it coats the spoon more. Parsley at the end is a nice touch.
Totally agree—if it was thin, simmering a bit longer (or letting the cream reduce) usually fixes it. Glad the flavor still hit!
This is basically pasta with ham, how is that a recipe? 😕
Pasta with ham is still a recipe! It’s not about complexity, it’s about getting it tasty! 🍝
I dunno, looks good to me. Sometimes simple is best. 🤷♂️
I only had spaghetti, but it worked too! My family didn’t notice, lol.
Simple and tasty. I used milk instead of heavy cream and it still worked, just needed a minute longer to thicken. Next time I might add a tiny pinch of nutmeg.
Glad it worked with milk! That makes sense—milk usually just needs a little extra simmer to get thick. Nutmeg is a great call too 👌
Just ok, don’t know about this recipe. I felt it was missing something.
I tried this with egg noodles (of course) and it was bland until I went heavy on pepper. Salt/pepper really makes or breaks it, people.
This tastes like a quick diner meal. My kids went back for seconds. I’ll definitely be saving this recipe.
Not bad, but I expected more “cheesy” vibes. There’s no cheese here, so it’s more creamy than rich. Could be improved with some grated parmesan.
Why do you cook the ham? It’s already cooked! 😕
This is just ham and noodles, not a recipe! Where’s the creativity? 😒
Garlic sauté step was key—mine got a little too browned at first but I lowered the heat and it recovered. Sauce was creamy and the ham stayed tender.
Yum! I added some bell peppers too and it was great!
Not bad at all, but I went a little heavy on the pepper and it overpowered the cream. Next time I’ll be more careful with seasoning.
Totally get that—pepper can run the show. I’ve done the same thing before. Next time I’ll add it gradually right at the end.
I forgot to add garlic and it was still good, haha! #Oops
Wow, that’s impressive! I’ve always thought garlic was crucial. Might try it without next time!
Eh. Too much butter for me and the garlic taste was strong. I think I’ll try less garlic and maybe add cheese next time.
Honestly? Kinda bland for me. I added extra salt and a pinch of paprika and it turned from “meh” to “okay I’ll eat this again.”
Honestly I messed up the timing and the noodles got a little sticky, but the flavor still saved it. Great base recipe.
Glad it still worked out! I’ve had the “sticky noodle” problem too when I don’t drain or when I let them sit too long—your save sounds legit. Love the simple combo with the ham + cream.
Pretty solid recipe. I used milk instead of heavy cream and it still turned out creamy enough. Next time I might brown the ham a touch more for more flavor.
Honestly? My kids said “no” at first, then they ate it all. So… 10/10? lol
Haha that’s the best kind of review—kids “no” first, then clean plates. Love it. 😄
Not gonna lie, I thought ham + egg noodles would be kinda bland, but the garlic + cream sounds legit. I’m trying this tonight. If it tastes weird, it’s the kids fault 😅
Too much butter for me. I felt like it was a little greasy, but flavor is okay. Maybe I used the wrong kind of ham?
I get what you mean—75g ham + 1 tbsp butter can feel rich. Next time try using a little less butter (or swap some for a splash of olive oil). Also, the cream vs milk ratio matters a lot.
Maybe. If the ham is already salty and fatty, it’ll taste greasy fast. Try a leaner ham (or even turkey ham) and cook the ham a bit less so it doesn’t render too much fat.
The texture was great—egg noodles held up and didn’t get mushy. I’d just increase the ham slightly because 75 g disappears way too fast 😄
Totally agree—the noodles are the star here. I usually add closer to 100g ham so there’s more of that savory bite in every forkful 😄
Pretty good, though I felt like it needed a touch more salt. Also, 50 ml cream was a little tight—next time I’ll use closer to 80 ml for a saucier result.
This is giving me serious “easy comfort food” vibes. I threw in some chopped onion (because I had it) and it was even better. 10/10 for weeknights.
Made this for dinner tonight—so quick and comforting. The garlic + ham combo is 🔥 and the cream really clings to the noodles. Added a little extra pepper. Will repeat!
Made this tonight and it turned out super comforting. The garlic + ham combo smells amazing, and the cream clings to the noodles perfectly.
Super easy weeknight meal. I used leftover ham and it basically cooked itself. Parsley at the end makes it look restaurant-y.
I’m skeptical about only cooking the garlic for 1 minute—mine burned a little. Still saved it, but I’d reduce heat next time. Sauce tasted fine after.
Not bad at all! I forgot the parsley (oops) and it still tasted good, just looked a bit sad. Would make again.