Day 1 Crock Pot Collard Greens

Transform your kitchen into a Southern haven with this irresistibly delicious Day 1 Crock Pot Collard Greens recipe! Packed with tender greens, savory smoked turkey or ham hock, and a flavor-packed broth infused with onions, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, this slow-cooked masterpiece is pure comfort food. Easy to prepare, this dish simmers low and slow in a crock pot for six hours, allowing the flavors to meld into an unforgettable combination of earthy, smoky, and tangy notes. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a soul-warming main paired with cornbread, this recipe is your go-to for a stress-free, wholesome meal with only 20 minutes of prep time. Whether you're serving it at a family gathering or enjoying it on a quiet evening, these collard greens are guaranteed to steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Collard greens
• 1 piece Smoked turkey leg or ham hock
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the collard greens thoroughly to remove grit and dirt. Trim the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel and dice the onion. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.

Step 4

Place the smoked turkey leg or ham hock in the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot.

Step 5

Add the chopped collard greens on top of the turkey leg or ham hock, pressing them down to fit as needed.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar.

Step 7

Add the sautéed onion and garlic, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and brown sugar. Stir gently to combine.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6 hours or until the collard greens are tender and infused with flavor.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot as a side dish or a standalone meal with cornbread or your choice of accompaniments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2244.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	940.3

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 80.0mg	0%
Sodium 5626.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 68.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1449.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2492.1mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 33.9%