Black Jack Monterey Beans Slow Cooker

Dive into the rich, smoky flavors of this Black Jack Monterey Beans Slow Cooker recipe, a hearty and satisfying dish that's as easy as it is delicious. Made with tender dried black beans, vibrant vegetables, and an aromatic blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder, this slow-cooked meal is a comforting bowl of goodness. Topped with creamy Monterey Jack cheese and fresh cilantro, and served with a squeeze of lime, this dish strikes the perfect balance between bold spices and fresh, zesty notes. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with rice, tortilla chips, or cornbread, this easy slow cooker recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Packed with flavor and requiring just 15 minutes of prep, it’s a stress-free way to feed a crowd.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dried black beans
• 6 cups Water
• 1 Medium onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Green bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried black beans thoroughly under cold water, removing any debris or small stones. No need to pre-soak.

Step 2

In a large slow cooker, combine the washed black beans, water, diced onion, minced garlic, and diced green bell pepper.

Step 3

Add the canned diced tomatoes (including their juice), vegetable or chicken broth, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on HIGH for 5-6 hours, or LOW for 8-10 hours, until the beans are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 5

About 30 minutes before cooking is complete, stir in 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Replace the lid and allow the cheese to melt into the beans while the dish finishes cooking.

Step 6

Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot and garnish with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, freshly chopped cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.

Step 7

Enjoy as a standalone dish, or pair with rice, tortilla chips, or cornbread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3320.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1613.2

Total Fat 72.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 158.2mg	0%
Sodium 6909.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 93.8g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 1682.4mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 3307.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 38.9%