Crockpot Kielbasa, Potatoes, and Green Beans Recipe
A comforting and easy one-pot meal featuring smoky kielbasa, buttery baby potatoes, and fresh green beans slow-cooked to tender perfection. This hearty crockpot recipe combines savory sausage with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, making it ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings while requiring minimal prep and cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American with Eastern European influence
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 lb kielbasa or smoked sausage, thickly sliced
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved (red or yellow varieties)
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
Seasonings and Broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 3 tbsp butter, cut into pieces
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste (about 1/2 tsp)
- Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste (about 1/2 tsp)
Garnish (Optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and halve the baby potatoes to ensure they absorb the cooking juices. Trim the ends off the green beans for freshness. Slice the kielbasa into thick pieces for hearty bites, chop the yellow onion, and mince the garlic. Having everything prepped beforehand allows even cooking and smoother assembly.
- Layer in the Crockpot: Place the sliced kielbasa, halved potatoes, trimmed green beans, and chopped onion evenly in the slow cooker, layering carefully so each serving has a balance of meat and vegetables.
- Season Generously: Sprinkle minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the ingredients. This seasoning blend ensures every component absorbs flavorful aromas as it cooks.
- Add Broth and Butter: Pour the low sodium chicken broth evenly over the layered ingredients to keep the vegetables moist and prevent sticking. Dot the top with pieces of butter to add richness and help the potatoes become tender.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The dish is ready when the potatoes are fork tender and the whole mixture is piping hot, infused with smoky kielbasa taste.
- Stir and Serve: Approximately halfway through cooking, gently stir the contents to distribute heat and flavor evenly. Before serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese for a bright, savory finish that adds color and extra depth to the flavors.
Notes
- This dish freezes well. Cool completely before freezing in airtight containers and reheat gently.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for spice if desired.
- For best texture, cut potatoes and green beans into bite-sized pieces and avoid over-stirring.
- Optional step: brown the kielbasa slices briefly in a skillet before adding to crockpot for added flavor.
- If using canned green beans, add them in the last hour of cooking to preserve texture.
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