Crockpot Collard Greens
The best Southern greens are cooked low and slow, and these crockpot collard greens make them just as easy as they are delicious. Seasoned with bits of country ham this classic collard greens recipe takes minimal effort, but delivers maximum flavor!
Servings: 8
Calories: 107kcal
Ingredients
- 1 8-10 oz pkg country ham bits & pieces usually found near the meat department, by themselves or on end caps
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 lb collard greens washed, shucked, then roughly chopped
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 5-6 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients, EXCEPT the vinegar & sugar, to the bowl of your crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, stirring once at the half way mark, and again an hour before they're done cooking.
- Add the vinegar and sugar, then stir to evenly combine. Taste and adjust, if needed.
- Ladle into bowls or onto plates & enjoy!
Notes
- If watching salt intake, use low sodium chicken broth.
- You'll want to check 1-2 times during the cooking process to gauge the level of liquid in the crock to make sure it's enough. Don't over do it though, because each time you open the lid the crockpot basically has to start over building heat back up.
- It's ok to adjust the amount of apple cider vinegar you use. You can start with less, taste, and then add more; however, don't skip it altogether. A little vinegar naturally enhances their taste.
- If you find the greens bitter, you can add a splash of lemon juice and a bit more salt and/or sugar.
Nutrition
Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 1184mg | Potassium: 262mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2868IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 1mg