Description
Tender, flavorful collard greens made in a slow cooker with savory aromatics and a touch of vinegar for a comforting, easy-to-prepare side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 pounds collard greens, tough stems removed and chopped
1/2 pound smoked turkey (diced) or thick-cut halal bacon
1 large yellow onion, chopped
4–6 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
Instructions
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and tender.
Add smoked turkey or halal bacon to the skillet and cook until browned and lightly crisped.
Transfer all contents to the slow cooker.
Add collard greens, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix well.
Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Stir well to ensure collard greens are tender and well-coated with the broth mixture.
Notes
Use thick-cut halal bacon if smoked turkey is unavailable.
Optional: Add a handful of dried chili flakes for extra heat.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 360
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American, Southern, Grandma-style
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg