Crockpot Black Eyed Peas and Collard Greens

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Discover the perfect blend of black eyed peas and collard greens in this hearty, easy, crockpot Southern-inspired dish.

These crockpot black eyed peas and collard greens are a perfect, southern, comfort food. The savory flavors from the smoked sausage, slow cooked with the peas and greens make for a perfect meal for New Year’s Day or any time of the year. I love cooking Southern, black-eyed peas, and this recipe is so simple, you will too.

This black eyed peas recipe is perfect comfort food. I put these in the crockpot on a Sunday and let them cook all day. I personally loved the collard greens in with my black eyed peas, but you can totally omit them from this recipe if you prefer. These peas slow cooked all day with the smoked sausage creates the most savory and filling southern dish. Serve it with some pepper sauce and cornbread for the perfect meal you’ll make all winter long!

Questions you might have…

Dried or canned beans?

Ok. I’ve made this recipe several times both ways. I honestly prefer canned and have changed the recipe to say such. They are just easier. No soaking. No stirring throughout and adding more broth. Just easier in my opinion.

Tips for the greens:

Ok. I have also switched to frozen greens. Again, for the simplicity of it. However, you can always use fresh. You’ll need about three cups.

Can I make these ahead?

These are honestly better the second day in my opinion. You can follow the instructions, chill them in the crockpot bowl in the fridge, and then reheat the next day. These will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Equipment You’ll Need

For these black eyed peas and collard greens, all you need is a large crockpot. That’s literally it! Mine is the crockpot brand one. You can get them at Walmart for like $20. They are super affordable.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Black Eyed Peas:

I used four cans of black-eyed peas. I have recently revised this recipe. I’ve tried this one with canned or dry beans, and I really think I like the canned better. Just overall easier with the same great flavor.

Collard Greens:

I also like to use frozen collards. The main reason being is that they are already washed. Is it terrible that I hate washing greens?

Smoked Sausage:

I used a package of smoked sausage. It was a 14-ounce package. You can use more or less.

Before you go…

Please let me know what you thought of these southern black-eyed peas and collard greens. Let me know what you thought here or in the comments below. Happy cooking!