Crock Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Crock Pot Split Pea and Ham Soup, the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Made effortlessly in a slow cooker, this rich and creamy soup combines tender split peas, smoky ham, and aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary for a depth of flavor that’s simply irresistible. Packed with fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and simmered low and slow in a savory chicken broth, this wholesome dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, this set-it-and-forget-it recipe delivers a satisfying, homemade meal without the fuss. Serve it warm topped with fresh parsley and pair with crusty bread for a match made in comfort food heaven!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dry split peas (rinsed and sorted)
• 1 ham hock or diced cooked ham
• 3 carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 celery stalks (diced)
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dry split peas to remove any debris, then add them to the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 2

Place the ham hock or diced ham on top of the split peas.

Step 3

Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic to the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour the chicken broth and water over the ingredients, ensuring they are fully submerged.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and add the bay leaf.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened.

Step 7

If using a ham hock, remove it from the crock pot, shred the meat off the bone, and return the shredded meat to the soup. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley, and enjoy with crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3039.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1870.4

Total Fat 16.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 50mg	0%
Sodium 6996.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 114.8g	0%
Total Sugars 57.2g
Protein 138.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 609.7mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 7092.3mg	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: 7.7%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 63.6%