Crockpot Ham and Green Beans and Potatoes

This hearty crockpot ham recipe combines tender potatoes, fresh green beans, and savory ham cubes in a flavorful chicken broth. It’s the kind of meal that fills your home with amazing aromas and brings everyone to the table.

Looking for more ways to use up that leftover ham? Try my Slow Cooker Paprika Chicken with green beans for another one-pot wonder. For more crockpot inspiration, check out my Crockpot Pot Roast or Slow Cooker Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas for easy weeknight dinners.

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

• Leftover-Friendly: This crockpot ham and green beans and potatoes recipe is perfect for using up leftover holiday ham. No waste, just delicious comfort food that transforms yesterday’s meal into today’s easy dinner.
• One-Pot Meal: Everything cooks together in your slow cooker, making cleanup a breeze. The green beans, potatoes, and ham all simmer in savory chicken broth for a complete, satisfying meal without dirtying multiple pots and pans.
• Hands-Off Cooking: Just 15 minutes of prep time and your crockpot does the rest. This makes it ideal for busy weekdays when you need dinner to cook itself while you handle everything else.
• Ready in 3 Hours: Unlike many slow cooker recipes that take all day, this one is ready in just 3 hours on high. Perfect for when you need a quick crockpot dinner but still want that tender, fall-apart texture.

Crockpot Ham and Green Beans and Potatoes Ingredients

See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.

• Fresh Green Beans – Fresh green beans have the best texture and hold up nicely during the slow cooking process. Wash them well and snap off the woody ends before adding them to your crockpot.
• Ham – Leftover holiday ham works perfectly for this recipe, but you can also use deli ham or ham steak cut into cubes. The ham adds a salty, smoky flavor that seasons the entire dish.
• Chicken Broth – The chicken broth creates a flavorful cooking liquid that infuses the vegetables with savory goodness. You can use low-sodium broth if you prefer to control the salt level.
• Russet Potatoes – Large russet potatoes are perfect for this recipe because they hold their shape well and become tender without getting mushy. Peel them and quarter them for even cooking.
• Onion Powder – This seasoning adds a sweet, savory depth to the dish without the texture of fresh onions. It distributes evenly throughout the broth for consistent flavor.
• Salt – Salt enhances all the flavors in the dish and helps season the vegetables as they cook. You can adjust this to your taste, especially if your ham is particularly salty.
• Garlic Powder – The garlic powder adds a subtle garlicky flavor that complements the ham beautifully. It’s easier to incorporate than fresh garlic and won’t burn during the long cooking time.
• Black Pepper – Freshly ground black pepper adds a bit of heat and complexity to balance out the savory flavors. It’s the finishing touch that ties everything together.

Substitutions and Additions

• Swap russet potatoes for yellow potatoes – Yellow potatoes have a creamier texture and buttery flavor that works wonderfully in this recipe.
• Use diced fresh onion instead of onion powder – One medium diced onion can replace the onion powder for more texture and a fresher taste.
• Try frozen or canned green beans – Both work well if fresh green beans aren’t available, just adjust the cooking time slightly as they’re already partially cooked.
• Add carrots for extra veggies – Sliced carrots are a great addition and cook in the same time frame as the potatoes.
• Use turkey bacon or ham – If you don’t have leftover ham, diced turkey or even bacon pieces can substitute nicely.

How to Make Crockpot Ham and Green Beans and Potatoes (step-by-step directions)

STEP 1. Start by adding the fresh green beans to the bottom of your 6-quart crockpot. Pour the chicken broth over the green beans, making sure they’re completely covered – add a splash of water if needed to submerge them fully.

STEP 2. Next, layer the cubed ham, quartered potatoes, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper into the crockpot. There’s no need to stir at this point; the ingredients will cook together beautifully.

STEP 3. Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on high for 3 hours, or until the vegetables are fork-tender. The potatoes should pierce easily with a fork, and the green beans should be tender but still have a bit of bite.

Recipe Tips

• Check the vegetables at the 2.5-hour mark – Every crockpot cooks slightly differently, so start checking for doneness around 2.5 hours to prevent overcooking.
• Stir the ingredients once or twice during cooking – This helps distribute the flavors evenly and ensures everything cooks at the same rate.
• Drain excess liquid if desired – If there’s too much broth left at the end, you can drain some off or leave it for a more soup-like consistency.
• Adjust seasonings at the end – Taste before serving and add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder if needed since the ham’s saltiness can vary.

Storing Tips

• Storage: Let the leftover ham, green beans, and potatoes cool to room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container.
• Refrigerator: Store your leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The flavors actually get better as they sit together in the fridge.
• Freezing: You can freeze this dish in an airtight container for up to 3 months. The potatoes may change texture slightly when thawed, but the overall dish still tastes great.
• Reheating: To reheat, warm in the microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring between each, or heat on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through.

Serving Suggestions

This crockpot ham, green beans and potatoes is delicious on its own as a complete meal. For a heartier dinner spread, serve it alongside Crockpot Spanish Rice or Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole. You could also pair it with some crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth, or add a simple side salad for extra freshness. 

If you’re looking for more crockpot recipes for a potluck, this dish transports well and feeds a crowd beautifully.

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