Slow Cooker Crockpot Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens with Rice
This Slow Cooker Crockpot Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens with Rice is a hearty Southern classic made easy. Tender peas, savory ham, and fresh greens simmer low and slow, then finish with rice for a comforting, lucky New Year’s meal.
Servings: 6
Calories: 141kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chopped fresh collard greens stems removed
- 3 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 3 cups chicken broth or enough to mostly cover ingredients
- 1 ham bone with some meat attached
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 3 cups cooked long-grain white rice
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onion until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Transfer the onion and garlic to the slow cooker. Add collard greens, black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, ham bone, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, until the collards are tender and the broth has developed a flavorful taste. Remove the ham bone, shred any remaining meat, and return the meat to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the cooked rice, mixing well to coat and warm through. Add a splash of broth if you prefer a soupier consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving!
Notes
- Use fresh collard greens for the best texture and flavor.
- Rinse canned black-eyed peas well to remove excess sodium.
- Cook rice separately to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Low and slow is best—don’t rush the crockpot cooking time.
- Season at the end since ham bones vary in saltiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 634mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 217IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.4mg
