Crock Pot Split Pea and Ham Hock Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Crock Pot Split Pea and Ham Hock Soup, a classic comfort food that’s rich in flavor and simple to make. This slow-cooked recipe combines tender split peas, smoky ham hocks, and a medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, all simmered in a fragrant broth spiced with garlic, thyme, and a touch of black pepper. The long, low cooking process allows the flavors to meld beautifully, while the ham hocks infuse the soup with a deep, savory richness. Perfect for a hands-off dinner, this filling and nutritious soup is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping, yielding six generous servings. Garnish with bright, fresh parsley, and pair with crusty bread for a satisfying, soul-warming meal. Don’t forget to enjoy the irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen as it cooks!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dried split peas
• 2 large Ham hocks
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 6 cups Chicken broth or water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried split peas thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and dice the carrots, chop the celery stalks, and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In the crock pot, layer the rinsed split peas, ham hocks, diced carrots, chopped celery, and chopped onion.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth or water, ensuring all the ingredients are submerged. Stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the split peas are tender and the soup reaches your desired consistency.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the ham hocks from the crock pot and shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones. Return the shredded meat to the soup, stirring well.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2371.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2047.9

Total Fat 32.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 8746.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 314.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 124.3g	0%
Total Sugars 54.5g
Protein 144.7g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 461.0mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 5854.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.6%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 59.2%