Description
Creamy, hearty, and bursting with flavor, Slow Cooker Cajun Red Beans and Rice is the ideal dish for any occasion. This comforting recipe showcases the rich and vibrant taste of Cajun cuisine with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, the slow cooker does all the work, allowing deep flavors to meld beautifully. Packed with protein and fiber, this dish is both nourishing and satisfying, making it a delicious addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound dried red beans
- 1 link turkey sausage (quartered)
- 1 link chicken 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
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and celery, mincing the garlic, and slicing the sausages as needed.
- Add all prepared ingredients into the slow cooker: red beans, turkey sausage, chicken sausage, onion, celery, garlic, bay leaves, water, bouillon cubes, and Cajun seasoning.
- Cover and cook on high for about 6 hours. Stir occasionally if possible for even flavor distribution.
- For creaminess, mash some beans against the side of the pot towards the end of cooking.
- Serve over cooked rice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Soak the beans overnight to reduce cooking time. Adjust seasoning to your taste before serving. Add additional vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.