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How to Make Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham, and Potatoes

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Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound ham diced (use cooked ham, ham steak, or leftover ham)
  • 2 pounds potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (use russet, red, or Yukon gold potatoes)
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme optional
  • 2 tablespoons butter optional, for added richness

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

  • Wash and trim the green beans, then cut them into 1-inch pieces.
  • Peel and cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
  • Dice the ham into bite-sized pieces.

Assemble the Ingredients in the Slow Cooker:

  • Place the green beans, ham, potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker.
  • Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
  • Add the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika (if using), and dried thyme (if using).

Cook:

  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes and green beans are tender.

Finish the Dish:

  • If desired, stir in the butter to add extra richness to the broth.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Serve:

  • Serve the green beans, ham, and potatoes hot, directly from the slow cooker. This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad or crusty bread.