Best 4 Slow Cooker Barbecue Beans Recipes

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Are you craving tender, juicy beans coated in a rich, smoky barbecue sauce? Look no further, because in this article, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the ultimate slow cooker barbecue beans recipe. Whether you desire a sweet and tangy or a spicy and smoky flavor, we'll guide you through the process of creating a hearty dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you longing for more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, your slow cooker will work its magic, filling your home with an inviting aroma and delivering a flavorful masterpiece that's perfect for any occasion. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will elevate your taste buds to a whole new level.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER BARBECUE BEANS



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A most excellent barbecue bean, and your kitchen won't get overheated while they're cooking!

Provided by TJACKSON

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
¾ cup chopped raw bacon
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 (16 ounce) cans baked beans with pork
1 (15.25 ounce) can red kidney beans, with liquid
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, partially drained
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon hot sauce
¼ tablespoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
  • In a slow cooker combine ground beef, bacon, onion, baked beans, kidney beans, lima beans, ketchup, liquid smoke, salt, hot sauce and garlic powder. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 2149.8 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE BEANS AND BEEF



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Five items come together to create a down-home dinner of zesty beef ribs and baked beans.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 1/2 lb boneless beef chuck ribs
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
3 cans (16 oz each) baked beans

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix onion and bacon. Top with beef. Pour barbecue sauce over beef.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • Remove beef from cooker; place on cutting board. Cut beef into 1/2-inch pieces. Pour juices from cooker through strainer into small bowl, reserving onion, bacon and 1/2 cup juices. Return beef, onion, bacon and 1/2 cup juices to cooker. Stir in baked beans. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 40 to 50 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 13 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1410 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 1 g

BOURBON BARBECUE SLOW COOKER BEANS



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I am asked to bring these 'trucker beans' to almost every summer bbq! Rich, meaty and satisfying. These beans make a great side dish, are perfect to bring to a pot luck picnic, or hearty enough to be eaten as a meal.

Provided by Erica Anderson

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 10h30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package dry 15 bean mix for soup
1 bay leaf
1 pound bacon
1 pound ground beef
1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 (10.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) bottle hickory flavored barbeque sauce (such as Open Pit®)
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup real maple syrup
⅔ cup bourbon whiskey
3 tablespoons coarse-grain mustard

Steps:

  • Rinse the beans, and place in a very large pot. Cover beans with water, add the bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Simmer until all of the water is absorbed, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove the bay leaf.
  • Place the chopped bacon in a large, deep skillet; cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain the bacon on a paper towel-lined plate. Return the skillet to the heat, and add the ground beef; cook until the beef is cooked through and browned, about 5 minutes. Drain fat.
  • Combine the beans, bacon, ground beef, sliced kielbasa, onion, green pepper, red pepper, chicken broth, barbeque sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, maple syrup, bourbon, and mustard in the crock of a slow cooker, and stir well to combine. Turn the slow cooker to Low heat, and cook until the beans are tender, 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 54.1 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1237.4 mg, Sugar 21 g

SLOW COOKER BARBECUE PORK AND BEANS



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Pork and beans are cooked together in a slow cooker for mutually beneficial results (If you don't have a slow cooker, you can do it in a pot in the oven.) As the pork shoulder and barbecue sauce braise in the oven, the sauce soaks up the pork juices while the pork tenderizes. Then, beans are added to soak up the deeply concentrated sauce. The recipe uses store-bought barbecue sauce enhanced with the smoky heat of canned chipotles in adobo and brown sugar, which helps glaze the pork. Because every barbecue sauce is different, taste and adjust yours as needed. (For a more acidic sauce, add apple cider vinegar with the beans, or you can increase the sweetness with added sugar.) To serve, slice the pork or shred it into pulled pork.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, barbecues, beans, meat, one pot, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 to 3 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of more than 1/4-inch fat
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup store-bought or homemade barbecue sauce
1 chipotle in adobo, finely chopped, plus more to taste
3 tablespoons light brown sugar, plus more to taste
2 (14-ounce) cans pinto beans, rinsed
6 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Season the pork all over with 1 tablespoon salt and and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large Dutch oven or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the pork shoulder and sear until browned on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in your slow cooker, stir together the barbecue sauce, chipotle and brown sugar. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness with brown sugar and spice with chipotle.
  • Add browned pork to the barbecue sauce and turn to coat in the sauce. Add the beans and garlic to the sauce around the pork. Cover and cook on low until the meat falls apart when prodded with a fork, 8 to 10 hours.
  • Transfer the pork to a cutting board. Skim excess fat from the top if desired, then season the beans to taste with salt and pepper. Slice the pork against the grain into 1/2-inch thick slices, or shred the pork with two forks. Serve the pork with the beans.

Tips:

  • Use dried beans for the best flavor and texture. If using canned beans, be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • Soak the beans overnight in water to help them cook more evenly. If you don't have time to soak the beans, you can add them to the slow cooker with the other ingredients and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Use a variety of beans for a more interesting flavor and texture. Some good options include pinto beans, black beans, kidney beans, and navy beans.
  • Add some diced vegetables to the beans, such as onions, celery, and carrots. This will add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
  • Season the beans with your favorite barbecue sauce. You can also add other spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
  • Cook the beans on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The beans are done when they are tender and the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the beans with cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker barbecue beans are a delicious and easy way to feed a crowd. They are perfect for potlucks, picnics, and tailgate parties. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of beans that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful dish, give slow cooker barbecue beans a try.

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