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Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans

Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans for Cozy Family Dinners

This Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans recipe is a simple, hearty dish that brings the family together.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 lb Kielbasa can substitute with turkey kielbasa for a lighter option
  • 1 lb Fresh Green Beans can use frozen green beans
  • 1 lb Baby Potatoes halved for even cooking
  • 1 medium Onion chopped finely for better distribution
For the Flavoring
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic enhances overall flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder further enhances onion taste
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika or regular paprika as a substitute
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper essential for seasoning
For Moisture
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth can use vegetable broth for vegetarian option

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the kielbasa into 1-inch pieces using a sharp knife, ensuring even cooking throughout the dish.
  2. Trim the ends of the fresh green beans, then chop the onion into small pieces.
  3. In your crockpot, layer the sliced kielbasa, green beans, halved baby potatoes, and sprinkle chopped onions on top.
  4. Sprinkle the minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika evenly over the layered ingredients.
  5. Pour the low-sodium chicken broth over the entire mixture in the crockpot, ensuring everything is moistened.
  6. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  7. After cooking, gently stir the contents and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Doubles well for leftovers, and feel free to explore variations with different vegetables or seasonings.

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