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Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

by Sarah Olson on November 30, 2021 | Updated December 28, 2022 273 Comments

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Make a new tradition with this slow cooker black-eyed pea recipe and bring yourself good luck by making these on new years day! These southern-style black-eyed peas are slow-cooked with ham, bacon, and onion and make a perfect meal.

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Why are black-eyed peas eaten on new years day?

In the years in the past, I always think to make these New Year’s Day Black-Eyed Peas too late in the day, so get your ingredients ready! Some think that eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day will bring prosperity to the new year. We also make Collard greens to go with this!

How to make black-eyed peas in the crock pot

Ingredients

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  • DRIED black-eyed peas – This recipe is for a one pound bag of dried black eyed peas.
  • Chicken broth – 7 cups of chicken broth, be sure to measure it out for the box doesn’t have exactly the amount that is stated on the box.
  • Petite diced tomatoes – This is an addition my family loves. It gives the black eyed peas a tangy flavor and more color.
  • Cooked bacon – The bacon needs to be cooked and crumbled, do not add it to the slow cooker raw or you will have a flavorless greasy mess.
  • Diced ham – This can be leftover ham, just cube it!
  • Other flavorings – Diced sweet onion, fresh garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. – Wait to add the salt until the cooking time is up.

Step-by-Step directions

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Step One – Add the dried black-eyed peas to the crockpot, no need to presoak!

Step Two – Add the canned diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, ham, bacon, and seasonings. Pour over the chicken broth. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 7 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time. For creamy beans remove about a cup of beans and mash with a fork, stir these mashed beans into the rest of the beans.

Should I soak my black eyed peas?

  • For my version you DO NOT have to soak. Just be sure to cook on HIGH for 7 hours.
  • Though, if you really feel the need to soak your beans overnight you can! Be sure to rinse of the soaking water and add the chicken broth on top. You won’t need 7 cups of chicken broth if you presoak, you will only need 5.

Can I use a ham hock?

  • Yes, omit the bacon and ham.
  • Add 1 large or 2 small ham hocks to the pot at the beginning of cooking time.
  • When the cooking time is up, remove the ham hocks, shred the meat (discard fat).
  • Degrease the fat from the top of the peas by placing a paper towel over the grease and removing quickly.
  • Add the shredded ham to the slow cooker. Stir and serve.
cooked black eyed peas in slow cooker with spoon in it.

Can I make this vegetarian?

  • Omit the bacon and ham.
  • Use water instead of chicken broth.
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke.
  • Add more salt at the end of cooking time to make up for the saltiness in the ham and bacon.
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Can I Make this kosher?

Try one or more of these meats instead of pork:

  • Smoked turkey Kielbasa
  • Chicken Thighs
  • Turkey bacon
  • Add a 1/2 teaspoon of liquid smoke for more flavor

Can I make this spicy?

  • Add cajun seasoning at the end of the cooking time instead of salt. (Don’t want to add anything too salty or the beans won’t soften)
  • OR
  • Add a 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper at the beginning of the cooking time.
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What goes with Black-Eyed Peas?

  • Slow Cooker Collard Greens (or instant pot)
  • Mac and cheese
  • Cornbread or Garlic Bread
  • Steamed white rice

How to store leftovers:

  • Place in tupperware and refridgerate for up to three days.
  • Or freeze for up to three months. Thaw and reheat on the stove in a small pan or microwave.

I am not a superstitious person, but I love traditions. Making a big pot of these smoky beans with cornbread will be a fun way to start off my new year.  Enjoy!

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Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

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Black-eyed peas cooked with ham and bacon! Great for celebrating the new year or any day really!
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Total Time: 7 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 298kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. dried black-eyed peas
  • 7 cups chicken broth
  • 14 oz. can petite diced tomatoes
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and sliced
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 1/2 cup diced sweet onion
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • about 1/4 tsp. salt add to taste at the END of cooking time

Ideas for sides:

  • cornbread or garlic bread
  • collard greens
  • steamed white rice
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Instructions:

  • Add the dried peas to the slow cooker. NO NEED TO PRESOAK.
  • Add the chicken broth, can of diced tomatoes, bacon, ham, onion, garlic, oregano and pepper. Stir. WAIT TO ADD THE SALT.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH FOR 7 hours. Do not open the lid during the cooking time.
  • Add the salt to taste.
  • For creamier beans remove 1 cup of the beans and mash. Add back to the slow cooker and stir.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR IF YOU PREFER TO SOAK YOUR BEANS:

  • Start by soaking the black-eyed peas overnight in the slow cooker. Do this by adding the black-eyed peas to the slow cooker and add water to cover plus a few inches more. Let the black-eyed peas soak for at least 8 hours (don't turn on the slow cooker, just let them soak).
  • Drain off the water in the morning. You will only need 5 cups of chicken broth for this recipe if you soak your beans. Add the chicken broth and remaining ingredients (except salt).
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 10 hours or HIGH for 6 hours. Mash 1 cup of the beans if you want a creamier texture.
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Recipe Notes:

Can I use a ham hock?
  • Yes, omit the bacon and ham.
  • Add 1 large or 2 small ham hocks to the pot at the beginning of cooking time.
  • When the cooking time is up, remove the ham hocks, shred the meat (discard fat).
  • Degrease the fat from the top of the peas by placing a paper towel over the grease and removing quickly.
  • Add the shredded ham to the slow cooker. Stir and serve.
Can I make this Vegetarian? 
  • Omit the bacon and ham
  • Use water instead of chicken broth
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • Add more salt at the end of cooking time to make up for the saltiness in the ham and bacon.
Can I make this Kosher?
  • Smoked turkey Kielbasa
  • Chicken Thighs
  • Turkey bacon
  • Add a 1/2 teaspoon of liquid smoke for more flavor
Can I make this spicy?
  • Add Cajun seasoning at the end of the cooking time instead of salt. (Don’t want to add anything too salty or the beans won’t soften)
  • OR
  • Add a 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper at the beginning of the cooking time.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 1129mg | Potassium: 938mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 101IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. Mom says

      February 3, 2023 at 9:01 am

      4 stars
      Great recipe!! I leave out the tomatoes rinse and soak the black eyed peas first and add green pepper and season salt I also use 2 small ham hocks and 1 cup chopped ham or I use a left over ham bone. It’s also good adding some chopped greens near the end of cooking

      Reply
    2. Sheri says

      January 14, 2023 at 12:03 pm

      5 stars
      Love it. Period! Did not use the onion for allergy reasons. Otherwise, it’s perfection! I prepared with basmati and cornbread.

      Reply
    3. Taylor says

      January 3, 2023 at 5:31 pm

      When should I add canned green beans? I’m making this this weekend for family. Thank you for posting.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 3, 2023 at 6:17 pm

        I would add the last hour.

        Reply
    4. Carolyn says

      January 3, 2023 at 1:29 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for my New Year’s dinner. I pre-soaked peas & I used ham & bacon. I used all of the ingredients mention except, I added diced red bell pepper instead of the tomatoes. Absolutely, Delicious!! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    5. Andrea Clark says

      January 3, 2023 at 7:02 am

      Our slow cooker must get very hot on high because after 7 hours our beans were burned. We went to a movie and expected to come back to a delicious dinner and instead walked into a house that smelled burnt. I even commented before we left (about 3 hours into the cooking time) that the liquid looked like it wasn’t enough. Should have followed my instincts and added more before we left. Just a heads up. If you know your slow cooker has a strong high setting add more liquid or watch it and add more liquid half way through.

      Reply
    6. Kella says

      January 2, 2023 at 12:38 pm

      Making this for tonight! Husband said he thinks it’d be good over rice, so I am going to make some minute rice with it.

      Reply
    7. KC says

      January 2, 2023 at 10:40 am

      When do you add the collard greens? My husband requested it.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 2, 2023 at 12:22 pm

        I would add the last 2 hours.

        Reply
    8. Rebekah says

      January 1, 2023 at 7:53 pm

      5 stars
      This is amazing and so easy! It filled up my apartment with lovely smells. Salting at the end is a wise idea for several reasons. I will definitely be making this again, and not just on New Year’s Day.

      Reply
    9. Connie Saunders says

      January 1, 2023 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      Family opted for no tomatoes so I used 8 cups chicken broth. It was FANTASTIC!!! I might use low sodium stock next time. Or maybe substitute a couple of cups of water with some of the stock – it was just a tad too salty for me.

      Reply
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