Description
Hearty Southern Crockpot Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes delivers comfort in one savory dish, blending smoky ham with tender vegetables. Slow-cooked perfection awaits when you gather these simple ingredients for a satisfying meal that warms both plate and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) ham, diced
- 1 pound (454 g) fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
- 1.5 pounds (680 g) baby potatoes, halved
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
Liquid:
- 2 cups (473 ml) chicken broth
Instructions
- Carefully layer the diced ham, trimmed green beans, and quartered baby potatoes into the slow cooker, creating an even distribution of ingredients.
- Sprinkle finely chopped onion and crushed garlic evenly across the top of the mixture, then generously season with salt, black pepper, and fragrant thyme leaves.
- Gently pour chicken broth over the layered ingredients, making sure the liquid slightly covers the vegetables and ham but does not completely submerge them.
- Secure the lid and set the slow cooker to low temperature, allowing the ingredients to simmer and meld together for 6-7 hours, or alternatively use high temperature for 3-4 hours until potatoes reach a fork-tender consistency.
- Once cooking is complete, delicately stir the contents to blend flavors, ensuring each portion receives an equal mixture of ham, green beans, and potatoes.
- Transfer the hearty one-pot meal to serving dishes, allowing the aromatic steam to rise and enhance the appetizing presentation.
Notes
- Trim green beans ends for a more refined texture and remove any stringy parts to enhance the dish’s overall eating experience.
- Swap regular potatoes with sweet potatoes for a nutritional boost and unique flavor profile, perfect for those seeking alternative carbohydrates.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt intake and accommodate heart-healthy dietary needs without compromising taste.
- Consider adding smoked paprika or red pepper flakes for extra depth and warmth, transforming this simple one-pot meal into a more complex culinary delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 789 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg