Crock Pot Lima Beans
Transform your mealtime with this comforting and effortless Crock Pot Lima Beans recipe! Perfectly tender lima beans are slow-cooked with smoky ham, savory onions, fragrant garlic, and a medley of spices in a rich chicken broth, creating a dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe is ideal for busy days or when you’re craving a home-cooked meal without the hassle. The optional addition of butter adds a luscious creaminess, while a hint of paprika and a bay leaf elevate the flavor profile. Serve these creamy lima beans as a savory side or alongside warm, crumbly cornbread for a soul-soothing main dish. Easy, nutritious, and packed with down-home flavor—your family will savor every bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound dried lima beans
- 1 piece (or cup, if diced) ham hock or diced ham
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 (optional) bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon (optional for richness) butter
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the dried lima beans thoroughly under cold water and inspect them to remove any debris or bad beans.
Step 2
In a bowl, soak the lima beans in enough water to cover them by 2 inches. Let them soak overnight or at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse before cooking.
Step 3
In a Crock Pot, combine the soaked and rinsed lima beans, ham hock or diced ham, diced onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth.
Step 4
Stir in the salt, black pepper, paprika, and bay leaf (if using).
Step 5
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the lima beans are tender and creamy.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, stir in a tablespoon of butter for extra richness just before serving.
Step 7
Serve the lima beans warm as a side dish or pair them with cornbread for a hearty meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2313.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2170.9 |
| Total Fat 39.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 140.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7991.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 313.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 89.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.0g | |
| Protein 149.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 555.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 40.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 9973.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories