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Crockpot Ham, Green Beans and Potatoes: A Simple One-Pot Comfort Meal

Crockpot Ham, Green Beans and Potatoes is a classic slow-cooked meal made with tender potatoes, savory ham, and flavorful green beans. It is the kind of dish that feels homemade, hearty, and comforting without requiring much work. Everything cooks together slowly, allowing the ham to season the vegetables and create a rich, rustic flavor.

This recipe is perfect for busy days, family dinners, potlucks, or when you want an easy meal that tastes like it has been simmering all afternoon. The slow cooker does most of the work, and the result is a warm, filling dish with soft potatoes, seasoned beans, and smoky pieces of ham.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ to 2 pounds potatoes, cut into chunks
• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half
• 2 cups cooked ham, diced or cubed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
• Salt to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

Wash the potatoes well and cut them into medium-sized chunks. You can peel them if you prefer a smoother texture, but leaving the skin on gives the dish a more rustic flavor.

Yukon gold, red potatoes, or russet potatoes all work well. Red potatoes and Yukon gold potatoes hold their shape nicely in the slow cooker, while russet potatoes become softer and creamier.

Step 2: Prepare the Green Beans

Trim the ends from the green beans and cut them into smaller pieces.

Fresh green beans give the best texture, but frozen green beans can also be used. If using canned green beans, add them during the last hour of cooking so they do not become too soft.

Step 3: Add Everything to the Crockpot

Place the potatoes in the bottom of the crockpot because they take the longest to cook.

Add the green beans, diced ham, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

Sprinkle in the black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.

Pour the chicken broth over everything, then place the butter on top.

Step 4: Slow Cook the Dish

Cover the crockpot with the lid.

Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender and the green beans are soft.

Try not to open the lid too often while cooking. Each time the lid is lifted, heat escapes and the cooking time may increase.

Step 5: Taste and Adjust

Once the potatoes are tender, stir the mixture gently.

Taste before adding extra salt because ham and broth can already be salty. Add more pepper, garlic powder, or a small amount of salt if needed.

For a richer flavor, stir in another tablespoon of butter before serving.

Step 6: Serve Warm

Spoon the ham, green beans, and potatoes into bowls or onto plates.

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

This dish can be served on its own as a complete meal, or with cornbread, biscuits, dinner rolls, or a simple side salad.

Helpful Tips

Use cooked smoked ham for the best flavor.

Cut the potatoes evenly so they cook at the same speed.

Add canned green beans near the end if you prefer them less soft.

For extra flavor, add a ham bone or ham hock while cooking, then remove it before serving.

For a creamier version, lightly mash some of the potatoes into the broth before serving.

Final Thoughts

Crockpot Ham, Green Beans and Potatoes is simple, filling, and full of old-fashioned comfort. The slow cooking process allows the ham to season the potatoes and green beans naturally, creating a savory one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and satisfying to eat.

Garlic Herb Roasted Red Potatoes: A Crispy and Flavorful Side Dish

Garlic Herb Roasted Red Potatoes are a simple oven-roasted side dish made with tender red potatoes, fresh garlic, olive oil, butter, and herbs. They are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with savory flavor.

This recipe is perfect with roasted chicken, steak, grilled fish, burgers, eggs, or holiday dinners. It uses basic pantry ingredients, but the result tastes fresh, golden, and restaurant-style.

Why Red Potatoes Work Well

Red potatoes are ideal for roasting because they have thin skins and a creamy texture. The skin becomes slightly crisp in the oven, while the inside stays soft and buttery.

They also hold their shape well, which makes them perfect for cutting into wedges, halves, or chunks.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon chili flakes, optional
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, optional
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Step 1: Wash and Cut the Potatoes

Wash the red potatoes thoroughly under running water.

Because the skin is thin and flavorful, there is no need to peel them.

Cut the potatoes into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Try to keep the pieces similar so they roast evenly.

Step 2: Dry the Potatoes

After cutting, pat the potatoes dry with a clean towel or paper towel.

This step is important because dry potatoes roast better. If the potatoes are wet, they may steam instead of becoming crispy.

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