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SkinnyMS

Slow Cooker Monday Beans and Chicken

A Louisiana tradition that's not just for Mondays, this homemade dish is low in carbs and big on flavor!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 5 minutes
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Slow Cooker
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 129kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 1 pound beans dry, soaked overnight, any variety
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 cups yellow onion chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups green bell pepper chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons parsley flakes
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker. Cook on low 7 hours. If thicker broth is desired, use a spoon to mash up some beans against the side of the pot before serving.
  • Serve over brown rice or as a soup.

Notes

TIP: For a vegetarian option, simply use vegetable broth and omit the chicken. Increase spices for more flavor if desired

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 120mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 1
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 1
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 1