Creole Black Eyes and Rice for the Crock Pot

Elevate your weeknight dinner with the bold flavors of Creole Black-Eyes and Rice, an effortless Crock Pot recipe bursting with Southern charm. This one-pot wonder combines tender black-eyed peas, smoky andouille sausage, and a hearty medley of fresh vegetables like celery, green bell pepper, and onion, all simmered to perfection in a savory chicken broth with zesty Creole spices. Finished with fluffy long-grain white rice and a sprinkle of green onions, this dish is a comforting blend of rich, spicy, and savory flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a hands-off slow cook, it’s an ideal choice for busy days when you want an easy, filling, and authentic Creole-inspired dinner. Perfect for family meals or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a new household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried black-eyed peas
• 8 ounces Andouille sausage
• 1 cup Celery
• 1 cup Green bell pepper
• 1 cup Onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Long-grain white rice
• 0.25 cup Green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried black-eyed peas under cold water and check for debris.

Step 2

Slice the andouille sausage into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 3

Chop the celery, green bell pepper, and onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a 6-quart Crock Pot, add the black-eyed peas, sliced sausage, celery, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes (including the juice).

Step 6

Stir in the Creole seasoning, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours, or until the black-eyed peas are tender.

Step 8

After 5 hours, add the rice to the Crock Pot and stir well.

Step 9

Continue cooking on LOW for another 55-60 minutes, or until the rice is fluffy and fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions for a burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2353.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1496.3

Total Fat 83.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 208.3mg	0%
Sodium 9556.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 65.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436.3mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 3351.9mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 32.9%