Slow Cooker Spicy Black Eyed Peas
Get ready to savor bold flavors with this hearty Slow Cooker Spicy Black Eyed Peas recipe, a Southern-inspired comfort dish that's as effortless as it is delicious. Featuring tender dried black-eyed peas simmered to perfection alongside smoky sausage, aromatic garlic, and a kick of heat from cayenne pepper and diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dish is packed with flavor in every bite. Made entirely in your slow cooker, this one-pot wonder blends smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a savory chicken broth base for a slow-cooked depth of flavor that’s sure to impress. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe requires minimal prep time and delivers maximum results. Serve piping hot, topped with fresh green onions and a splash of hot sauce for an extra zing, and pair it with cornbread or rice to complete the meal. Perfect for anyone craving wholesome, spicy comfort food, this dish is guaranteed to satisfy every appetite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Dried black-eyed peas
- 12 ounces Smoked sausage, sliced into coins
- 1 large Yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 1 can (10 ounces) Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 0.25 cup Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- Hot sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse and sort the dried black-eyed peas to remove any debris. No need to soak them beforehand.
In a slow cooker, add the rinsed black-eyed peas, sliced smoked sausage, chopped yellow onion, and minced garlic.
Pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, including the liquid from the can.
Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the black-eyed peas are tender. Stir occasionally if possible.
Once fully cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more salt, pepper, or cayenne for extra spice).
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a splash of hot sauce if desired. Pair with cornbread or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.1 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 10068 mg | 438% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.8 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.2 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 98.6 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3914 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
