Crock Pot Red Beans and Rice

Savor the rich, soulful flavors of the South with this Crock Pot Red Beans and Rice recipe—a comforting, slow-cooked classic perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This hearty dish combines tender red kidney beans, smoky sausage, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, green bell pepper, and celery, simmered to perfection in a blend of chicken broth and spices including thyme, smoked paprika, and a dash of cayenne for just the right kick. The magic happens in the crock pot, where the ingredients meld together over hours of slow cooking, creating a creamy, flavorful base that pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice. Garnished with fresh green onions and a drizzle of hot sauce for extra heat, this versatile recipe is a one-pot wonder that's as easy to prepare as it is irresistible to eat. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a crowd, this Southern staple is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried red kidney beans
• 12 ounces smoked sausage (sliced)
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 1 green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 cups cooked white rice
• 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 0 hot sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort through the dried red kidney beans. Discard any debris. Soak the beans in water overnight, then drain and rinse.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced smoked sausage for 3-4 minutes per side until slightly crispy. Transfer the sausage to the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the soaked and drained beans, diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Season with dried thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf. Stir well.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beans are tender and creamy.

Step 7

Once the beans are fully cooked, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or hot sauce as needed.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaf. Serve the red beans over warm cooked white rice.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot. Add hot sauce for extra heat, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3554.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3915.0

Total Fat 94.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 204.1mg	0%
Sodium 11564.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 583.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 185.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1003.5mg	0%
Iron 57.1mg	0%
Potassium 8855.5mg	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: 21.6%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 59.5%