Crockpot Kielbasa and Green Beans
A hearty, no-fuss dinner featuring smoky turkey kielbasa, tender baby potatoes, and fresh green beans simmered in a light chicken broth. Perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb turkey kielbasa or smoked beef sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed (2 cans, 15 oz, drained) Canned green beans can be added during the last 30–45 minutes.
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved Red or yellow potatoes work well.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) Adds depth of flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and halve the baby potatoes, trim the green beans, chop the onion, and mince the garlic. Slice the turkey kielbasa into 1-inch pieces.
- Add turkey kielbasa, potatoes, green beans, and chopped onion to the crockpot in even layers.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the top.
- Pour the chicken broth over everything and dot the surface with butter pieces.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender and flavors are melded.
- Gently stir once halfway through cooking to distribute heat and seasonings.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper, then sprinkle with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan before serving, if desired.
Notes
For variations, use smoked turkey sausage or beef sausage for a leaner option, add cream for a saucier dish, spice it up with red pepper flakes at the end.