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Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice Recipe

This delicious Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice recipe is a traditional Creole red beans and rice favorite made easy in the slow cooker! It freezes well for meal prepping, too!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10
Author: Robyn Stone

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 (15-ounce cans) red kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (15-ounce can) red kidney beans, undrained
  • 1/2 pound smoked sausage thinly sliced (andouille or smoked)
  • 3 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce or coconut aminos
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 cups uncooked long grain rice

Optional Garnish

  • green onions chopped, for garnish
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Add red kidney beans, smoked sausage, celery, bell pepper, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and chili powder to a 6-quart slow cooker. Set on high setting and cook for 4 hours.
  • Cook rice according to package directions.
  • Serve red beans over top of the cooked rice. Top with fresh green onions and parsley.

Notes

Substitutions:
Andouille Sausage. This is a mild recipe with smoked sausage.  For a spicier version, use a spicy andouille sausage. 
Stone House Seasoning. Use 1 1/2 teaspoons Stone House Seasoning in place of the garlic and salt called for in the recipe. 
Storage Tips
To store. Once the cooked beans are completely cooled, place them in an air-tight container(s) and do the same for the cooled rice. It will last 5-6 days in the refrigerator.
To freeze. Allow the red beans and the rice to cool completely. Portion each into freezer- safe container(s). Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 502kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 354mg | Potassium: 826mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 13.2mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 4mg

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