Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
8 hrs
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Total Time
8 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
932 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice
Description
The Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice recipe brings together dried red beans simmered slowly with andouille sausage and a trio of classic vegetables—bell pepper, celery, and onion. The seasoning blend includes Creole spices, garlic, thyme, and oregano, enhancing the slow cooking process in a chicken broth, which softens the beans beautifully. This method infuses the dish with deep, savory flavors while maintaining a soft, tender bean texture.
Cooking in a slow cooker allows the ingredients to meld gradually, resulting in a thick, stew-like consistency packed with traditional Louisiana-inspired flavors without intensive hands-on work. The sliced sausage adds a smoky, meaty complement to the vegetables and beans.
For serving, ladle the rich beans over a bed of steamed white rice to absorb the flavorful broth and provide a filling meal suitable for lunch or dinner occasions familiar to Southern-style cooking.
Leftovers store well when refrigerated in an airtight container and can be kept up to five days, allowing for convenient reheating and enjoyment within that time frame.
Ingredients
- 1 pound red beans dried
- 2 pound andouille sausage sliced
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 3 celery diced, stalks
- 7 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon creole seasoning
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the beans.
- Add the beans and all the remaining ingredients to a crock pot. Stir to combine the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on high for 6-8 hours until the beans are tender and soft.
- Serve with a spoonful of rice in each bowl and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 932 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 932kcal | 47% |
| Carbohydrates | 75g | 25% |
| Protein | 55g | 110% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 127mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 1848mg | 77% |
| Potassium | 1797mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 95IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5.9mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12% |
| Iron | 8.3mg | 46% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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