Crock Pot Black Beans (and Rice) Recipe

Name: Crock Pot Black Beans (and Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Onion, Chopped; 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Garlic, Minced; 3 whole Chipotle Peppers, Chopped; 1 teaspoon Adobo Sauce; 1 can Tomato Sauce, 15 Oz; 1 can Diced Tomatoes, 15 Oz, Undrained; 1 cup Chicken Stock, Fat-free, Low-sodium; 3 cups Dry Black Beans, Rinsed; 3 whole Bay Leaves; 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder; 4 teaspoons Cumin; 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne; 4 pieces Chicken Breasts, Boneless, Skinless OR 1 Whole Pork Roast (around 3 Pounds); Optional Garnishes: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, And/or Guacamole; 3 cups Rice; 3- 1/2 cups Chicken Stock; 1 pinch Salt

Servings: persons

1 whole Onion, Chopped
1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Chopped
1 Tablespoon Garlic, Minced
3 whole Chipotle Peppers, Chopped
1 teaspoon Adobo Sauce
1 can Tomato Sauce, 15 Oz
1 can Diced Tomatoes, 15 Oz, Undrained
1 cup Chicken Stock, Fat-free, Low-sodium
3 cups Dry Black Beans, Rinsed
3 whole Bay Leaves
1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
4 teaspoons Cumin
1/2 teaspoons Cayenne
4 pieces Chicken Breasts, Boneless, Skinless OR 1 Whole Pork Roast (around 3 Pounds)
Optional Garnishes: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, And/or Guacamole
3 cups Rice
3- 1/2 cups Chicken Stock
1 pinch Salt

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About the meat this is optional.
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Dont use both chicken and pork, one or the other is sufficient.
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Also make sure the meat is still frozen, otherwise it will overcook.
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About the chipotles I use canned in adobo sauce.
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1.
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In a 6-quart crock pot, combine all of the ingredients except for the meat.
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Stir well to mix everything together.
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Then lay the chicken or pork on top of the bean mixture.
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2.
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Cover and set the temp to LOW for 12 hours or until the beans are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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3.
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Remove the meat and either cut into chunks or shred.
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Return the meat to the pot and stir well to incorporate it into the beans.
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If your cooker has a Warm setting, reduce the heat to Warm at this point.
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For the Rice:
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4.
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In a medium to large sauce pot, add your rice and chicken stock.
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Add a pinch of salt.
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Cover and bring to a boil.
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Once at a boil, reduce the heat to the lowest setting and let simmer for 15-20 minutes or until all of the liquid has been absorbed by the rice.
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Serve the beans and meat over the rice.
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Add shredded cheese, sour cream, and/or guacamole as garnish.
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This would do well in tortillas, too, but might be a bit messy.
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Or even over crunched tortilla chips.
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This is a spicy dish.
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If you cant tolerate lots of spice, reduce the amount of chipotle and/or cayenne.

1159

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Onion, Chopped, 1 whole Green Bell Pepper, Chopped, 1 Tablespoon Garlic, Minced, 3 whole Chipotle Peppers, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Crock Pot Black Beans (and Rice) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crock Pot Black Beans (and Rice)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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