Slow Cooker Spicy Black Eyed Peas

Get ready to savor bold flavors with this hearty Slow Cooker Spicy Black Eyed Peas recipe, a Southern-inspired comfort dish that's as effortless as it is delicious. Featuring tender dried black-eyed peas simmered to perfection alongside smoky sausage, aromatic garlic, and a kick of heat from cayenne pepper and diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dish is packed with flavor in every bite. Made entirely in your slow cooker, this one-pot wonder blends smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a savory chicken broth base for a slow-cooked depth of flavor that’s sure to impress. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe requires minimal prep time and delivers maximum results. Serve piping hot, topped with fresh green onions and a splash of hot sauce for an extra zing, and pair it with cornbread or rice to complete the meal. Perfect for anyone craving wholesome, spicy comfort food, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy every appetite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Dried black-eyed peas
• 12 ounces Smoked sausage, sliced into coins
• 1 large Yellow onion, chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 can (10 ounces) Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 0.25 cup Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 0 Hot sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort the dried black-eyed peas to remove any debris. No need to soak them beforehand.

Step 2

In a slow cooker, add the rinsed black-eyed peas, sliced smoked sausage, chopped yellow onion, and minced garlic.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, including the liquid from the can.

Step 4

Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the black-eyed peas are tender. Stir occasionally if possible.

Step 6

Once fully cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or cayenne for extra spice).

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a splash of hot sauce if desired. Pair with cornbread or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2735.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2022.5

Total Fat 117.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.8g
Cholesterol 200.1mg	0%
Sodium 10068.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 98.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 452.4mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 3914.4mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 27.4%