Best 3 Slow Cooker Charro Beans Recipes

Slow-cooker charro beans are a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. This classic Mexican dish is a combination of pinto beans, broth, vegetables, and spices, all simmered together in a slow cooker until tender and flavorful. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a delicious addition to your next potluck, this slow-cooker charro bean recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER CHARRO BEANS

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Slow Cooker Charro Beans are flavored with bacon, garlic, tomatoes, green chiles, jalapeños, cilantro, and spices...a perfect side dish for Mexican food!

Provided by Samantha Skaggs

Categories Side Dish

Time 10h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon
1 pound dried pinto beans
4 cups water
2 cups beef broth
6 cloves garlic (minced)
Fresh jalapeno (diced (optional))
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes & green chiles (such as Rotel)
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
Salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Place the beans in a colander, rinse well, and remove any stones or shriveled beans.
Cook the bacon until just crispy. Drain, chop, and set aside.
Pour the beans into the slow cooker. Cover with water and beef broth. Add chopped bacon, garlic, jalapeño (if using), cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours or until almost done. Stir in the Rotel and chopped cilantro; cover and cook for an additional hour or until tender (the total cooking time will likely be between 8 to 10 hours, depending on how hot your particular slow cooker runs). When the beans are done, season with salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste (stir in 1/2 teaspoon of salt at a time, tasting before adding more).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 246 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER CHARRO BEANS

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Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 quarts water
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 pound Camellia Brand Pinto Beans, rinsed and sorted
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (12-ounce) bottle dark or amber beer, preferably Mexican
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
1 (10-ounce) can RO*TEL tomatoes with green chilies
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
Lime wedges and flour tortillas for serving

Steps:

Directions: In a large container, whisk together 2 quarts water and kosher salt until salt dissolves. Add beans, cover, and let stand overnight at room temperature. Drain and rinse beans. Add beans to slow cooker along with chicken broth and beer. In a skillet over medium heat, add oil, onion, garlic, and chopped bacon, and sauté until onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt and black pepper to taste, and cook about 5 minutes longer. Add marjoram and cumin, and stir to combine. Scrape mixture into slow cooker. Set slow cooker on high for 8 hours. When there's 1 hour of cooking time left, add green chilies and cilantro; stir thoroughly to combine. Finish cooking and serve with lime wedges and tortillas. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro. Served warm and with a soupy consistency, frijoles charros (cowboy beans) is a traditional pinto bean dish named for Mexican horsemen, or charros. Makes a great side dish to pulled pork sandwiches or other BBQ favorites.

SLOW COOKER CHARRO BEANS

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I created this slow cooker recipe in an effort to duplicate the charro beans at my favorite local Mexican restaurant. They are a great as a side item, served as bean soup, or served atop rice as a hearty meal.

Provided by Nikki Robinson Brooks

Categories Side Dish

Time 16h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound dry pinto beans, sorted
water as needed
6 slices bacon, chopped
4 medium Roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer (such as Shiner® Bock)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

Place pinto beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight. Rinse and drain.
Place beans in a slow cooker with just enough water to cover.
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until almost browned and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, jalapenos, cilantro, and garlic. Saute in bacon drippings for 2 minutes, then slowly pour in the beer. Add salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a boil. Add this mixture to the beans and water in the slow cooker.
Cook on Low for 8 hours. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 762.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Tips:

To achieve the best flavor, use dried beans instead of canned beans. Remember to soak them overnight before cooking.
If you're short on time, you can use canned beans. Just rinse them thoroughly before adding them to the slow cooker.
Feel free to adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or less chili powder or cayenne pepper.
Serve the charro beans with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, or chopped cilantro.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker charro beans recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a traditional Mexican dish. The combination of beans, bacon, sausage, and spices creates a flavorful and hearty meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So, grab your slow cooker and give this recipe a try today!