CROCKPOT HAM, GREEN BEANS AND POTATOES
This Crockpot ham, green beans, and potatoes recipe is a hearty Southern comfort dish. With tender vegetables and smoky ham slow-cooked to perfection, it’s an easy, family-friendly meal packed with homestyle flavour.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds smoked ham cut into cubes or use ham hocks
- 2 pounds baby potatoes halved or quartered
- 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust depending on ham saltiness
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Rinse and cut potatoes, trim green beans, and chop onion.
- Layer in Crockpot: Add potatoes, green beans, onion, garlic, and ham into the crockpot.
- Add Seasonings: Pour in chicken broth. Season with pepper, paprika, and bay leaves. Stir lightly.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender and ham is heated through.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves, stir, and serve hot with cornbread or biscuits.
Notes
- Ham Options: Use leftover holiday ham, a ham bone with meat, or ham hocks for extra flavour.
- Extra Seasoning: Add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Make Ahead: Chop veggies ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.