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Slow cooker refried beans in a round white crockpot and a white serving spoon.

Easy Crockpot Refried Beans

These slow cooker refried beans are creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor using just 4 simple ingredients. They're perfect as a cozy side dish or an easy, crowd-pleasing dip for any night of the week.
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Author Kori
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Course Slow Cooker Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 189 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces salsa
  • 2 (16-ounce) cans refried beans
  • 1 taco seasoning packet
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Grease the inside of a 2 to 3-quart crockpot. Add diced tomatoes, refried beans, and taco seasoning mix to the crockpot and stir.
    Adding the refried beans, salsa, and seasonings to a small round white crockpot
  • Cover and slow cook for 3 to 4 hours on low until warm, stirring halfway through.
    Placing the lid on the slow cooker refried beans and cooking until nearly done.
  • Stir in ¾ cup of the cheese and top with the remaining ¼ cup cheese. Cover and heat until the cheese is melted. Season to taste and garnish.
    Before serving the slow cooker refried beans add shredded cheese on top of the beans and let is sit until melty.

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Notes

For more helpful hints, substitution ideas, slow cooking tips, and other delicious recipe ideas, check out my post above.
CROCKPOT COOKING TIPS: Every slow cooker heats a little differently, so cooking times can vary. Once you know how your crock pot runs (hotter or cooler), you can adjust as needed.
TIPS: If the beans get too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen them up. Greasing the crockpot helps prevent sticking around the edges.
VARIATIONS: Swap salsa for diced tomatoes and green chilies. For a creamier finish, stir in a few tablespoons of sour cream, Mexican crema, or cream cheese at the end.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve as a side dish with tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, or rice bowls. Or serve as a warm dip with tortilla chips - keep it slightly looser if needed and top with sour cream, cilantro or green onions, jalapeños, and extra cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 11gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 1254mgPotassium: 112mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 511IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 194mgIron: 2mg
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