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Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans

Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans

This Easy Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans recipe combines smoky, savory kielbasa sausage with fresh, tender green beans cooked slowly for maximum flavor and minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, it delivers a balanced, hearty meal with simple preparation and versatile options.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed and rinsed
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for browning)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes for mild heat

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the kielbasa into bite-sized pieces. Trim the green beans by snapping off the ends and rinse thoroughly. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves for aromatic depth.
  2. Browns the Kielbasa (Optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Lightly brown the kielbasa pieces until they develop a crispy edge to enhance flavor and texture. This step is optional but recommended.
  3. Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: Place the green beans, diced onions, minced garlic, and browned kielbasa pieces in the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth over the top to keep everything moist and allow flavors to meld.
  4. Season and Set Cooking Time: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes evenly over the ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the green beans are tender and kielbasa is heated through.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, gently stir all ingredients to combine flavors evenly. Serve hot with your choice of garnishes or side dishes.

Notes

  • Slice kielbasa and green beans evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Browning the sausage enhances flavor significantly but can be skipped for convenience.
  • Use fresh green beans for best texture and taste; frozen beans can be used by reducing cook time slightly.
  • Place green beans at the bottom of the crockpot to absorb broth effectively.
  • If the broth reduces too much during cooking, stir in a little water to keep the dish moist.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: kielbasa, green beans, crockpot, slow cooker, easy dinner, weeknight meal, savory, healthy, one pot