This simple recipe packs some serious flavor (and nutrition but don’t tell the kiddos 🤫) while still being ridiculously easy to make. You can put a pot of peas together in the morning and have perfectly cooked peas just in time for dinner. And with no need to soak, it honestly couldn’t get any easier. Another great thing about black-eyed peas is that they make a good side dish for just about any meal. You can spoon them over rice, add them to soups, or enjoy them as is. The possibilities are endless.
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Black-Eyed Peas in the Slow Cooker
Sauté the Bacon and Veggies
Fry the Bacon – Cook the bacon in a pan for about five minutes. Then, take it out and set it aside. (Photos 1-2) Saute Veggies – Add the onion, garlic, celery, and thyme to the pan, saute for about 3 minutes, and then take the pan off the heat. (Photos 3-4)
Slow Cook the Black Eyed Peas
Start the Beans – Add the black-eyed peas to the slow cooker. (Photo 5) Add Flavor – Next, add the bay leaf, paprika, Creole seasoning, bouillon powder, pepper, and sauteed veggies. (Photo 6) Pour in the Broth – Finally, pour in the chicken broth. Stir, cover, and simmer on high for 7 hours. Don’t open the lid during cooking time. (Photo 7) Final Touch – Add salt and adjust the seasoning to taste after the peas are cooked. (Photo 8)
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
You can make these peas a day or two ahead of time and reheat them on the stovetop. Or you can freeze a cooked batch for three months. Then thaw them overnight in the fridge before you plan on serving them.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Serve black-eyed peas piping hot as a side dish to your favorite meal. If there are leftovers, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container for 3-5 days. Reheat them on the stovetop over medium heat. You can also pop individual servings in the microwave.
What to Serve With Slow Cooker Black Eyed Peas
Can you even eat black-eyed peas without a side of cornbread and collard greens? I guess the answer is yes, but I don’t recommend it. 😜 In all seriousness, black-eyed peas go with a lot of things. I like them with white rice and smoked pork chops, and sometimes I use leftovers to make black-eyed pea fritters. However you use them, they taste amazing! 🤩
More Comforting Southern Sides to Try
Collard Greens Corn Pudding Southern Baked Mac and Cheese Buttermilk Biscuits Southern Fried Squash
Conclusion
If you need a quick and healthy side dish, these slow cooker black-eyed peas are just the ticket. Have you tried them already? I’d love to hear how they turned out for you in the comments below.
Watch How to Make It
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