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Slow Cooker Collard Greens Recipe

Slow Cooker Collard Greens Recipe

Get ready to make a yummy side dish with this simple Slow Cooker Collard Greens recipe! These greens have a tasty ham flavour and come with a delicious broth. Collard greens are a Southern favourite with a smoky taste that lots of people enjoy. They go well with dishes like Slow Cooker New Year's Day Black Eyed Peas or Slow Cooker Pork Chops. The broth that comes with these collard greens is so good, that some people even drink it! This recipe is healthy too, making it a great choice for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or a barbecue.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 7
Calories 356 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 big Bunches of collard greens about 8 cups, torn into pieces
  • 2 Ham hocks or shanks
  • 12 oz. pack Bacon cooked and sliced, keep the drippings
  • 3 tbsp Bacon drippings Optional
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 3 cups Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Put collard greens in the slow cooker.
  • Place ham hocks or shanks on top.
  • Add cooked bacon, bacon drippings, brown sugar, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 7-8 hours, until the greens are tender. Keep the lid on.
  • Take out ham hocks or shanks, shred any meat, and add back to greens. Stir.
  • Serve with broth and your favorite southern sides.

Notes

  • Take out the tough ribs and stems from the greens.
  • Use ham hocks or smoked turkey for flavor.
  • You can use bacon drippings for more flavor, but it's okay if you skip it.
  • Add a bit of brown sugar for sweetness.
  • Serve with the broth and your favorite Southern side