Crock Pot Pinto Beans Recipe

Tender, flavorful pinto beans simmered to perfection in your slow cooker! This easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect with cornbread and customizable to your spice preference. Add a kick with jalapeños or enjoy them mild – either way, these beans are a delicious and satisfying meal! #slowcooker #pintobeans #easyrecipe #comfortfood #mexicanfood

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1020 mins
Calories 301 kcal
Protein 39g
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Ingredients for Crock Pot Pinto Beans

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How to Make Crock Pot Pinto Beans

  1. Rinse 1 pound of dried pinto beans under cold water.
  2. Combine beans, 8 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 bay leaf, and 1/2 cup chopped onion in your slow cooker.
  3. Optional: Add 1-3 jalapeños, finely chopped, for extra heat.
  4. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, or until beans are tender.
  5. Remove bay leaf before serving.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Consider adding a splash of your favorite hot sauce for extra flavor.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite cornbread!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

2g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crock Pot Pinto Beans?

Crock Pot Pinto Beans takes about 1035 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 1020 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crock Pot Pinto Beans?

Crock Pot Pinto Beans has approximately 301 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crock Pot Pinto Beans?

The key ingredients for Crock Pot Pinto Beans are Dried Pinto Beans, Chicken Broth, Salt, Black Pepper, Fresh Garlic Cloves, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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