Slow Cooker Split Pea Stew


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Classic creamy split pea soup with chunks of hearty vegetables and ham. If you are a split pea lover you must try this recipe.

close up of split pea soup in a slow cooker with large wooden ladle in it.

Hi all! Do you love split pea soup? I’m guessing you do if you clicked to get here to this recipe. I love split pea soup, but it seems not quite enough to be a complete meal. I added loads of thick-cut veggies to my classic split pea recipe and made it a thick and satisfying stew.

split peas, ham, red potatoes, carrots, onion, and seasoning in a slow cooker.

Split Pea Stew Ingredients

Dry split peas that break down into a thick, hearty base

A mix of ham and veggies for flavor and texture

Chicken broth and thyme to bring everything together

Optional ham bone adds extra richness while it simmers

uncooked split pea stew in a slow cooker.

Cook’s Notes

The ham bone is optional, but it adds tons of extra flavor if you have one on hand. (I use the ham bone from my leftover apple and clove ham)

Cut the potatoes and veggies into large chunks so they hold up during the long cook time.

Once the split peas are cooked and stirred, the stew thickens naturally—no blending is needed.

ultra close up shot of split peas stew with large chunks of carrots and potatoes.

My Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately, if the soup thickens too much before you can eat, add more broth or hot water.

Top the soup with crackers (oyster or saltine). Fresh ground pepper and a touch of sour cream if desired.

Add a side of cornbread or garlic bread.

3 bowls of split pea stew on a wooden table.
split pea stew in a slow cooker with wooden ladle in it.

Slow Cooker Split Pea Stew

4.43 from 7 votes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 9 hours
Total Time: 9 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Split Pea Stew is a thick, hearty slow cooker meal made with split peas, ham, and chunky vegetables. It’s comforting, filling, and perfect for using up leftover ham.
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Ingredients 
 

  • 1 lb. dry split peas
  • 7 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups ham pieces or cubed ham
  • leftover ham bone, optional
  • 4 cups quartered baby red potatoes
  • 1 white onion,, diced
  • 4 carrots,, sliced large
  • 3 celery ribs, sliced large
  • 1 tsp. dried leaf thyme
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 bay leaves

Instructions 

  • Add everything to the slow cooker, stir.
  • Cover and cook on LOW For 8-9 hours, without opening the lid during the cooking time.
  • When the cooking time is up remove and discard ham bone (if used) and bay leaves.
  • Stir the soup gently until the spit peas melt throughout the stew.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Sarah’s Notes

Recipe values are approximate, please use your own calculations if you require a special diet. Values are for 1/10 of recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 938mg | Potassium: 838mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4220IU | Vitamin C: 18.3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2.9mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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46 Comments

  1. Ric Nagle says:

    The recipe called for โ€œbrothโ€, and you said you use โ€œstockโ€ in the notes ?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Either can be used.

  2. Wes says:

    4 stars
    More of a soup than a stew, but very good. I added a cup of 35% cream.