Split Pea Soup Crockpot
Warm, comforting, and incredibly easy to prepare, this Split Pea Soup Crockpot recipe is the perfect way to embrace cozy, home-cooked goodness. Packed with hearty flavors from tender split peas, smoky ham, and a rich medley of carrots, celery, and onions, this slow-cooked soup is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal. The infusion of dried thyme, rosemary, and a bay leaf adds depth to every spoonful, while the crockpot effortlessly melds the ingredients into a thick and creamy texture. Whether you're using a ham bone for authentic flavor or diced ham for convenience, this family-friendly recipe delivers wholesome nourishment with minimal effort. Ready in 8 hours on low or 4-5 hours on high, it's ideal for busy days or meal prep. Garnish with vibrant parsley for a finishing touch, and serve steaming hot for a soul-soothing dish that everyone will love. Perfect for fall dinners, meal prepping, or anyone searching for a satisfying split pea soup recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Dried split peas
- 1 piece/cup Ham bone or diced ham
- 3 large Carrots
- 3 Celery stalks
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 Bay leaf
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the dried split peas under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
Peel and dice the carrots, slice the celery, and finely chop the onion.
Add the split peas, ham bone or diced ham, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf to the crockpot.
Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add the salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the peas are tender and the soup has thickened.
If using a ham bone, carefully remove it once the soup is done cooking. Shred any remaining meat off the bone and stir it back into the soup.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup directly in the crockpot, leaving some chunks for a hearty consistency.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 8943 mg | 389% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.1 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 126.5 g | 452% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 189.7 g | 379% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 28.7 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 7487 mg | 159% | |
*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.
