Description
Immerse yourself in the comforting hug of Slow Cooker Hoppin’ John, a dish that goes beyond the ordinary with its blend of flavors and easy preparation. Imagine slices of savory sausage mingling with earthy black-eyed peas all immersed in a flavorful broth infused with Cajun spices, garlic and a touch of black pepper. The tender bites of green bell pepper and onion bring a touch of sweetness and crispness creating a balance that dances on your taste buds. As the rice soaks up all these flavors transforming into grains of pure comfort this dish becomes a tribute, to Southern cuisine that invites you to relish each mouthful with delight and satisfaction. Whether it’s for busy days or special get-togethers this Slow Cooker Hoppin’ John is more, than a meal; it’s an unforgettable experience that embraces you warmly and leaves behind a lingering feeling of contentment.
Ingredients
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
4 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, undrained
2 10-ounce cans diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
3 cups beef broth
1 cup finely chopped onion
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 teaspoons Cajun/Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 family-size package boil-in-bag rice, uncooked (about 1–½ cups uncooked)
Instructions
Heat the smoked sausage slices in a skillet, over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes until they turn a nice brown color.
Transfer the sausage to your slow cooker. Add the peas (without draining), diced tomatoes and green chiles (also without draining), beef broth, chopped onion, chopped green bell pepper, Cajun/Creole seasoning, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix everything together.
Cover the cooker with its lid. Set it to cook on LOW for 6 hours.
After 6 hours add the rice from the boil-in-bag package. Stir it in. Cover the slow cooker again.
Increase the cooker setting to HIGH. Let it cook for another 20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and tender.
Give everything a stir before serving your delicious Hoppin’ John hot! Enjoy!
Notes
Transforming this comforting Slow Cooker Hoppin’ John into a gluten-free delight is as simple as a few thoughtful ingredient swaps. First, ensure your smoked sausage is labeled gluten-free, as some varieties may contain gluten fillers. Next, swap out the regular beef broth for a certified gluten-free version to ensure no cross-contamination. Lastly, when it comes to the boil-in-bag rice, opt for a gluten-free labeled brand, or better yet, use your favorite type of gluten-free rice, adjusting the cooking time as needed. With these easy modifications, you can savor the rich, savory flavors of this Southern classic with confidence, knowing it suits your gluten-free lifestyle beautifully.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
