Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans
A hearty, easy slow cooker meal that fills your kitchen with a cozy aroma. Smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and crisp green beans come together for the perfect family comfort dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked kielbasa sliced
- 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed (or use frozen)
- 1½ lbs baby potatoes halved
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix optional
Instructions
- Slice the kielbasa, trim the green beans, and halve the potatoes.
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Place the potatoes at the bottom of your crockpot.
- Add onions, garlic, green beans, and kielbasa slices on top.
- Pour in the chicken broth and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, paprika, and ranch mix (if using).
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Gently stir everything together before serving.
- Garnish with parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Put potatoes at the bottom so they cook evenly.
Add green beans halfway through if you want them firmer.
For a saucier version, add ½ cup more broth.
Stir in a little butter before serving for extra flavor.