Description
This Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans recipe is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that combines smoky kielbasa, fresh green beans, tender baby potatoes, and savory spices. It’s perfect for an easy, hands-off dinner that’s packed with comforting flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed (or 2 cans (15 oz) green beans, drained)
- 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved (red or yellow potatoes work well)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Fats
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice kielbasa into 1-inch pieces, trim the green beans, halve the baby potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic cloves carefully to ensure all ingredients are prepped for layering in the crockpot.
- Layer Ingredients in Crockpot: Add the sliced kielbasa, green beans, halved potatoes, and chopped onion to the crockpot evenly to distribute all ingredients well, which helps in even cooking and flavor blending.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper over the ingredients in the crockpot to infuse the dish with robust flavors.
- Pour Broth and Butter: Pour 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth over the layered ingredients and dot the top with pieces of butter. This adds moisture and richness that enhances the dish’s texture and taste.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld beautifully. Halfway through cooking, gently stir the mixture to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution throughout the dish.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese over the top if desired. Serve hot as a complete meal or with crusty bread or cornbread for a fulfilling dinner.
Notes
- This dish can be served as a complete meal or accompanied by crusty bread or cornbread for added texture.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference for salt and spices.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes while seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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