Are you ready to transform your ordinary dinner into a mouthwatering feast that will have everyone asking for seconds? This Crockpot Cabbage and Ham recipe is the ultimate one-pot wonder that combines hearty ham, tender cabbage, and rich, savory flavors that will warm your soul and satisfy your hunger. Perfect for busy home cooks who want maximum taste with minimal effort, this dish is about to become your new go-to comfort meal that requires almost no preparation and delivers maximum deliciousness!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping the cabbage into roughly 1-inch pieces. Dice the onion into small, uniform chunks.
- Cut the ham into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1/2 inch in size, ensuring even distribution throughout the dish.
- Lightly grease the interior of the crockpot with cooking spray or a thin layer of butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer the chopped cabbage and onions evenly across the bottom of the crockpot, creating a uniform base for the dish.
- Distribute the diced ham over the cabbage and onion layer, ensuring an even spread of meat throughout the ingredients.
- Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients, making sure to cover the cabbage and ham partially.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly across the top of the ingredients to season thoroughly.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat setting for 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to become tender.
- After cooking time is complete, gently stir the contents to redistribute the seasonings and ham.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt and pepper to preference.
- Serve hot directly from the crockpot, ensuring each serving has a mix of cabbage and ham.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: Select a crisp, firm cabbage and high-quality ham for the best flavor profile.
- Prep Ahead: Chop vegetables and ham the night before to save time on cooking day.
- Even Chopping: Cut cabbage and ham into uniform sizes to ensure consistent cooking and flavor distribution.
- Liquid Matters: Don't skimp on chicken broth - it helps create a rich, moist final dish.
- Low and Slow: Stick to the 8-hour low heat setting to allow flavors to develop and cabbage to become perfectly tender.
- Seasoning Tip: Taste and adjust seasonings at the end of cooking for a personalized flavor.
- Storage Hack: This dish reheats beautifully and often tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg
