Discover the ease of making tender, perfectly seasoned pinto beans with this no-soak, foolproof Crock Pot recipe—a must-have comfort food staple for your kitchen, perfect year-round!
Rinse the Beans: Start by rinsing 2 ¼ cups of dry pinto beans under cold water to clean away any dirt or debris. This prepares them for cooking without pre-soaking.
Prepare the Ingredients: Dice 1 large onion and measure out your seasonings: 4 Tbsp Cumin, ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes, 3 tsp Paprika, 3 tsp Garlic Powder, and 3 tbsp Chili Powder. The Red Pepper Flakes add a small amount of heat, so you can omit that seasoning if you prefer.
Combine Ingredients in Crock Pot: Place the rinsed beans in the Crock Pot. Add the diced onions, all the seasonings (Cumin, Red Pepper Flakes, Paprika, Garlic Powder, and Chili Powder), and enough water to cover the beans by a minimum of 2 inches. Preferably a bit more than that. Stir well to mix the seasonings with the beans.
Cook the Beans: Cover the Crock Pot and set it to cook. Since the beans haven't been soaked, cook them on high for 5-6 hours or on low for 10-12 hours, or until the beans are tender and fully cooked. Cooking times can vary based on the Crock Pot model and the age of the beans.
Season to Taste: After the beans are cooked, taste them and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding salt to your preference at this stage.
Serve: Your Crock Pot Pinto Beans are ready to enjoy. They make a great side dish, a hearty filling for burritos, or a base for various dishes.