Best 5 Ham N Cheese Pizzas Recipes

Cooking ham n cheese pizzas is a delightful culinary experience that marries the flavors of savory ham, gooey cheese, and tangy sauce. This classic combination has captured the hearts of pizza lovers everywhere, making it a staple in kitchens and restaurants alike. With its versatility, ham n cheese pizza offers endless possibilities for customization, allowing home cooks to tailor it to their unique preferences. Whether you crave a simple, comforting meal or an indulgent treat, this article will guide you through the art of creating mouthwatering ham n cheese pizzas that will satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HAM AND CHEESE PIZZA

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When a classic sandwich gets reincarnated as a cheesy pizza, rave reviews are bound to follow. Sweet, crisp Fuji apple provides a great balance to the rich, gooey cheese and savory ham, and everyone knows there's no better place to slip in some extra leafy greens than on a pizza. To get julienne-cut apple pieces, cut into thin slices; then stack and cut lengthwise into matchsticks. Break out this recipe to transform your traditional pizza night, or use it as an excuse to skip delivery this week. The pizza comes together in less than 25 minutes, cooking in only nine, so grab the ingredients and keep them on hand for when you need a delicious dinner fast!

Provided by Adam Hickman

Yield Serves 4 (serving size: 2 wedges)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
4 ounces fresh baby spinach
1 (8-oz.) prebaked thin pizza crust (such as Mama Mary's)
1/4 cup lower-sodium marinara sauce (such as Rao's)
4 ounces lower-sodium deli ham, diced
2 ounces shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (about 1/2 cup)
2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, torn
1/2 cup julienne-cut Fuji apple
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 500°F.
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add spinach; cook 3 minutes or until completely wilted, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
Place pizza crust on a sheet of parchment paper; spread marinara sauce evenly over crust. Arrange spinach, ham, cheddar, and mozzarella evenly over sauce. Place pizza on parchment directly on oven rack; bake at 500°F for 9 minutes or until cheese melts and begins to brown. Remove from oven. Top with apple and peppers; drizzle with remaining 2 teaspoons oil. Cut into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 618 mg, Sugar 6 g

HAM 'N' CHEESE PIZZAS

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With leftover ham, cheese and Alfredo sauce, these pizzas are sure to please. Best of all, they're very kid-friendly. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/4 cup refrigerated Alfredo sauce
4 pita breads (6 inches)
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1-3/4 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

Spread Alfredo sauce over pita breads. Top with Swiss cheese, ham, mozzarella cheese and chives. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

HAM 'N' BROCCOLI PIZZA

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Even finicky eaters will eagerly eat their broccoli when it's part of this unique pizza. Family and friends will be pleasantly surprised by the cheesy ranch-flavored sauce. This is a great way to feature leftover Easter ham.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup process cheese sauce
3 tablespoons prepared ranch salad dressing
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the cheese sauce, salad dressing, mustard and pepper. Place the crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; spread with cheese mixture. Top with the ham, broccoli and onion. Sprinkle with Swiss and Parmesan cheeses. , Bake at 425° for 12-14 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

DOUBLE-THE-CHEESE, HAM-N-VEGIE PIZZA

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I came across a recipe online that was for a stuffed-crust pizza, and I decided to change the recipe according the ingredients I had on hand. This is a simple way to make pizza, when you don't have a lot ot time.

Provided by VickyJ

Categories High In...

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups baking mix (Bisquick)
2/3 cup very hot water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 pieces mozzarella string cheese, cut lengthwise in half (from 4- or 8-oz package)
1/4 cup Italian-style tomato paste
1 small onion, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into thin slices
1/2 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped roasted red pepper
1/2 cup chopped deli ham
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°F.
In large bowl, stir Bisquick mix, water and oil until soft dough forms; beat vigorously 20 strokes. Let stand 8 minutes.
Move oven rack to lowest position. . Grease 12-inch pizza pan with shortening or cooking spray. Press dough on bottom and 1 inch over side of pizza pan. Place string cheese along edge of dough. Fold 1 inch edge of dough over and around cheese; press to seal. Bake 7 minutes.
Spread tomato paste over crust. Top with onion, green pepper, roasted red pepper, ham and olives. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.9, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 34.1, Sodium 1137.2, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 7.2, Protein 14.5

HAM AND CHEESE PITA PIZZA

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This makes a nice, easy lunchtime snack for the kids or a light dinner with a green salad when you don't feel like cooking. You may use whatever type of cheese you like or have on hand, so it's very versatile.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 pita breads
1/2 cup tomato sauce (2 tbsp. for each pita)
4 slices black forest ham, chopped
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
salt
ground black pepper
1 pinch dried oregano (optional)
olive oil

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for quick clean up.
Place the pita breads onto the baking sheet.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pitas.
Top evenly with ham and the two cheeses.
Season the pizza with salt, pepper and the oregano, if using.
Drizzle with a little olive oil.
Bake until the cheese is golden and bubbly, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Cut into quarters and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 1187, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 21.8

Tips:

Use a pre-made pizza crust or make your own using a simple recipe.
Use high-quality ingredients, such as fresh mozzarella cheese and thinly sliced ham.
Don't overload the pizza with toppings, or it will be difficult to cook through.
Bake the pizza at a high temperature, such as 450°F, for a crispy crust.
If you are using a pre-made crust, be sure to pre-bake it according to the package directions before adding the toppings.
You can add other toppings to your pizza, such as cooked bacon, chopped onion, or sliced mushrooms.
If you are using a store-bought pizza sauce, taste it first and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Serve the pizza hot and fresh, with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

Conclusion:

Ham and cheese pizza is a classic for a reason. It's delicious, easy to make, and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a ham and cheese pizza that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.