Slow Cooker Cajun Red Beans and Rice
Slow Cooker Cajun Red Beans and Rice is a comforting, flavorful dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine right to your table. This hearty meal features tender red beans simmered with savory sausages and aromatic spices, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. With minimal preparation and a rich blend of flavors, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Simply combine the ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work while you enjoy your day. Serve it over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 pound dried red beans
- 1 link Andouille sausage (quartered)
- 2 links smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 rib celery (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 bay leaves
- 6 cups water
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Rinse the dried red beans under cold water until clear.
- Dice the onion and celery, then mince the garlic. Quarter the Andouille sausage and slice the smoked sausages.
- In a slow cooker, combine all prepared ingredients: red beans, sausages, onion, celery, garlic, bay leaves, water, bouillon cubes, and Cajun seasoning.
- Stir well to mix everything together. Cover and set the slow cooker to high for 6 hours.
- Once cooked, mash some beans against the side of the pot for creaminess if desired. Serve over steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg