Description
Slow Cooker Spicy Black-Eyed Peas is a heartwarming dish that combines tender black-eyed peas with a vibrant mix of spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make recipe not only nourishes but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Enjoy it as a comforting main course or serve it alongside cornbread for an unforgettable meal that brings family and friends together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried black-eyed peas (soaked overnight)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- After soaking the black-eyed peas overnight, drain and rinse them.
- In the slow cooker, combine soaked peas, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped bell pepper, chicken broth, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until peas are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg