Welcome to my kitchen, where comfort and simplicity come together! Today, I’m sharing a delicious recipe that’s sure to warm your heart and delight your palate—Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham, and Potatoes.
This all-in-one dish brings together tender green beans, juicy ham, and creamy potatoes, creating a delightful blend of flavors. It’s the ideal meal for anyone craving something wholesome and easy, with a taste so good, you’ll be going back for seconds!
Who is This Recipe For?
This Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham, and Potatoes recipe is perfect for anyone who wants a hearty, flavorful meal with minimal effort.
It’s ideal for busy individuals looking for a comforting, home-cooked dish, as well as for those hosting gatherings and needing a crowd-pleaser.
With its balanced combination of protein, vegetables, and starch, this meal provides a satisfying and well-rounded dining experience.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
Before getting started, make sure you have the following kitchen essentials:
- Slow cooker or Crock-Pot
- Knife for chopping the onion
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Slotted spoon for serving
Once you’re set up, it’s time to move on to the main event—the ingredients!
Tips and Variations
- For a smokier flavor, try using smoked ham hocks instead of regular ham.
- Sauté the chopped onion in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker for added depth of flavor.
- Adjust the seasonings to your liking, and consider adding herbs like thyme, rosemary, or bay leaves to enhance the flavors.
- For a bright, fresh finish, squeeze some lemon juice over the dish just before serving.
Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
- 3 ham hocks
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 ½ pounds new potatoes, quartered
- 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- If the green beans are large, halve them. Place them in the slow cooker and cover with water.
Add the ham hocks and chopped onion. Cook on high until the mixture begins to simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 2 to 3 hours, until the green beans are tender but still slightly firm. - Remove the ham hocks and add the quartered new potatoes to the slow cooker. Cook for another 45 minutes on low.
- Meanwhile, remove the meat from the ham hocks and either chop or shred it. Add the meat back into the slow cooker.
- Season with the chicken bouillon granules, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to mix everything together evenly.
- Using a slotted spoon, serve the green beans, potatoes, and ham, leaving some broth in the slow cooker for a rich, flavorful base.
