Slow Cooker Cajun Red Beans and Rice
Experience the comforting warmth of Slow Cooker Cajun Red Beans and Rice, a delightful dish that fills your home with irresistible aromas. This hearty recipe features tender red beans simmered with aromatic vegetables and spices, delivering a creamy texture that’s perfect over fluffy rice. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, just set your slow cooker and let it do the work while you enjoy quality time with loved ones. With its rich flavor profile and family-friendly appeal, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 pound dried red beans
- 1 link chicken sausage (quartered)
- 1 each yellow onion (diced)
- 1 rib celery (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 each bay leaves
- 6 cups water
- 2 each beef bouillon cubes
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Dice the onion and celery, mince the garlic, and quarter the sausage for easy cooking.
- Combine everything in the slow cooker: Add red beans, sausage, diced onion, celery, minced garlic, bay leaves, water, bouillon cubes, and Cajun seasoning. Stir well to combine.
- Cook low and slow: Cover and set on high for six hours until the beans are tender.
- Mash for creaminess: If desired, mash some beans against the pot's side for a creamier texture.
- Serve over rice: Dish out your Cajun red beans over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh herbs if available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 25mg