Slow Cooker Ham Dinner

It is also incredibly easy to make, which is why it is such a popular recipe. Simply place all of the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do the work for you.

In a few hours, you will have a delicious and hearty meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

• Incredibly easy to make. Simply place all of the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do the work for you.
• Very affordable. Ham, potatoes, and carrots are all relatively inexpensive ingredients. Look for sales, and if you have freezer room, grab an extra!
• Versatile. You can serve it on its own, with a side of vegetables, or with a roll or biscuit. Plus, you'll have leftovers for ham and hashbrown casseroles, ham omelettes, and ham and bean soup!
• Kid-friendly. Most kids love ham, potatoes, and carrots.

With only 5 ingredients needed, plus the bonus of minimal prep work, it's perfect for busy weeknights or even lazy weekends at home.

Loaded with protein from the ham and fiber from the potatoes, carrots and onions; this stick to your ribs stew will be sure to tantalize those taste buds. Get ready – let’s get cooking!

• Ham - Whole bone-in, boneless, or spiral ham. Bone-in hams are the least expensive.
• Potatoes - Any kind. If using russet potatoes, peel them first. Red potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes can cook without peeling first. Halve or quarter the potatoes.
• Carrots - Peels and chunked.
• Water - Needed for processing in the slow cooker.
• Mustard - Dry powdered mustard like Coleman's.
• Thyme - A fresh sprig, or a half teaspoon of dried.
• Salt -You won't likely need any salt, as it will leach out of the ham into the broth that the potatoes, carrots, and ham create.
• Black pepper - To taste.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

This slow cooker ham dinner can be served as a main course or on a buffet table. It is often served with other holiday favorites, such as mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce.

Here are a variety of side dish recipes to serve with this slow cooker ham and vegetables:

• Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
• Collard Greens Greens in the Crockpot
• Blueberry Kale Crunch Salad
• Frozen Texas Toast In Air Fryer
• Orange Fluff Salad
• Cinnamon Stewed Pears
• Texas Tornado Cake

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Here are a few substitutions and variations making this slow cooker whole ham and vegetables recipe:

• Rainbow carrots make a colorful platter with the potatoes and ham!
• Use any variety of potatoes you like to include unpeeled baby Red potatoes, or Yukon Golds.
• If you want to glaze the ham, you can do so during the last 30 minutes of cooking. To glaze the ham, simply brush it with a mixture of honey, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this slow cooker whole ham dinner.

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• Crockpot 6 quart
• Crockpot 4.5 quart
• Crockpot Smart Pot, 6 quart
• Crockpot 8 qt Slow Cooker

Here are a few tips when making slow cooker whole ham and vegetables:

• If you want to add a little extra flavor to your ham, you can score the top of the ham before placing it in the slow cooker. Then, rub the ham with your favorite spices, such as brown sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• If you're using a bone-in ham, you may need to cook it for a little longer. To check if the ham is done, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the ham. The ham is done when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
• If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the ham and vegetables in the oven. Place the ham in a roasting pan and add the potatoes, carrots, and onion. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 2-3 hours.