Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes

This ham, green beans, and potatoes recipe is the perfect hearty side dish for any meal. It has a blend of fork-tender potatoes, fresh green beans, and savory ham that combine together to make a comfort food dish come the whole family will love!

The Best Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes

This ham, green beans, and potatoes recipe is a take on Southern-style green beans. It elevates them to make a hearty, savory, and filling dish that can be served as a side or even as the main meal.

This delicious one-pot recipe has a blend of savory diced ham, soft and sweet green beans, and tender, hearty potatoes, all simmered in a seasoned broth. It's a really simple combination, but everything goes so well together. This recipe is packed with flavor!

I love making these Southern-style green beans and potatoes when I'm looking for a comforting dish. This recipe is great for virtually any occasion, and it goes well with so many things, from this Southern meatloaf and beef back ribs to these grit cakes. 

Why This Recipe Works

One pot meal. Everything for this ham, green beans, and potatoes recipe comes together in the same pot, so the cooking process and clean-up are effortless!

Convenient. This ham, green beans, and potatoes recipe is a good way to use up that leftover ham bone or ham hock. You can even use canned green beans to make this recipe even easier.

Versatile. You can serve this recipe as the main course or on the side with dinner. It works just as well for family meals as it does if you're hosting for the holidays.

Ingredients

You only need a handful of ingredients to make these Southern-style green beans with potatoes and ham. Just another reason to love this recipe! 

Check out what you need to make ham, green beans, and potatoes:

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 lb. (400g) green beans, trimmed
• 1 lb. (400g) new potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups diced ham
• 3 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper

If you have any leftover ham meat from this recipe, you can put it to good use and make this ham and noodle casserole next! And if you have extra potatoes and onions, you can make these Southern fried potatoes and onions.

How To Make Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes

1. Cook the onions: Heat a large non-stick skillet or large pot to medium heat and add the olive oil, onion, and garlic to it. Cook everything for about 7 minutes until the onions are translucent.

2. Combine the ingredients: Add the green beans, potatoes, and chicken broth to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. 

3. Simmer and serve: Let everything simmer covered for about 40 minutes or until the potatoes and green beans are soft and tender. Make sure to stir everything occasionally as it simmers. Serve warm with anything you want, and enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Use russet potatoes, red potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, or small fingerling potatoes instead of the new potatoes. You'll just have to adjust the cooking time depending on what type of potato you use.
• Add onion powder or garlic powder if you don't have onions and garlic on hand.
• Use ham hocks, ham steak, or any cooked ham that you want.
• Use vegetable stock instead of chicken broth for a different flavor.
• Serve the finished dish with some hot sauce for extra flavor.

How To Store Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes

In the fridge: Store any leftover ham, green beans, and potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

In the freezer: Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and freeze for up to 8 months.

Reheating: Put the leftovers in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute until they're heated through. You can also heat everything in a skillet over medium, stirring occasionally until it reaches your desired temperature. Add more reheating time, or let the frozen ham, green beans, and potatoes thaw in the fridge overnight.

FAQs About This Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes Recipe

Can you make ham, green beans, and potatoes in a slow cooker?

Yes! Just add all the ingredients from this recipe into the slow cooker, and cook for 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low. Check on it every few hours, and you'll know it's cooked when the potatoes are fork-tender.

Can I substitute fresh green beans for canned green beans or frozen green beans?

Yes, you'll just need to make sure you drain the canned green beans and thaw the frozen green beans first. 

What goes with ham and green beans?

The best things to serve with potatoes, ham, and green beans are some crusty bread like these Texas Roadhouse rolls or some sweet potato biscuits. They also go great with dishes like chicken spaghetti casserole and baked pork steaks.

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