Crock Pot Ham and Cabbage
This Crock Pot Ham and Cabbage is an easy 5 ingredient main course or side dish made simple in the slow cooker. Serve to a crowd for a hassle-free weeknight meal that's both cozy and comforting.
Servings: 4 -6 Servings
Calories: 1.25cups
Ingredients
- 1 small head of cabbage or half of a large head cut into 1 ½ inch pieces (8 cups, 1 ¾ pounds)
- 1 8 ounce package chopped ham (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup coarsely chopped or slivered onion optional
- ¾ teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Half a stick of butter (¼ cup) cut into 8 slices
Instructions
- In a 6 to 8-quart slow cooker, toss together the cabbage, ham, onion (if using), garlic salt and pepper. Pour the broth over everything and arrange the butter slice on top.
- Secure the slow cooker with the lid. Cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. (I like the lower end of cooking times so the cabbage still holds its shape a bit. Go the longer time period if you like yours super tender.)
- Stir before serving.
- Yield: 7 cups
Notes
Storage:
- Store: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop in a saucepan with a splash of stock or water until warmed through.
- Freezing: We don't recommend freezing the cabbage and ham since it will change the texture and make it watery once thawed.
- Make Ahead: With this being a crockpot meal, it's the best to make it in advance for a busy weeknight dinner. Meal time becomes completely stress-free!
- Choose your cook time. Cook the cabbage for a shorter time for more texture or longer time for more super tender. If you like some texture to your cabbage (I do!), then cook it in the shorter side. You can keep cooking it longer if you like it really tender, up to you!
- Add some mix-ins if desired. I've added fresh herbs like parsley or dill at the end, as well as a spoonful of Dijon mustard, splash of apple cider vinegar, or even spices like celery or caraway seed for a twist on the classic flavors.
- Chop the cabbage all the same size. This helps with even cooking so that all of the pieces cook at the same rate for consistent texture.
- The type of ham is versatile for this recipe. They sell chopped or cubed ham at the store, leftover ham works great, even ham steak or deli ham too. If you want to try a ham hock, they will also work well, just shred the meat off the bone right before serving.
