12 Canned Bean Recipes You’ll Crave on Repeat
Don’t let that humble can of beans sit forgotten in your pantry. With just a few clever tricks, canned beans can be transformed into rich chilis, hearty salads, creamy dips, and flavor-packed dinners that taste anything but basic. These 12 recipes are proof that pantry staples can be crave-worthy, comforting, and seriously satisfying. Whether you’re cooking on a budget or just need a quick meal idea, these dishes will have you coming back for more.
Slow Cooker Salsa Chili
With just 15 minutes of prep time you’ll have this beefy Slow Cooker Salsa Chili simmering away for a fun game day meal or no-fuss dinner on a busy day.
Sausage & White Bean Cassoulet
Baked sausages in an herbed navy bean sauce stewed with onion, garlic, tomatoes, thyme and oregano. This easy dinner recipe is a great way to break up the monotony of weeknight meals.
Black Bean and Rice Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing
This is one of our favorite summer rice salads. I make it ALL THE TIME because it’s an easy make ahead side dish for picnics, barbecues, potlucks and tailgates and goes well with all our grilled favorites. I like to brown rice for this recipe, but it’s good with white rice too.
Easy Mushroom Tacos
This mushroom tacos recipe is quick to make and bursting with savory flavor, starring meaty portobellos and creamy refried beans!
3 Bean Baked Beans
Just 8 ingredients make up this 3 Bean Baked Beans casserole. It’s a perfect side dish recipe for your picnic or potluck. Use maple bacon for extra flavor!
Calico Beans Recipe
This vintage Calico Beans recipe is a must-make for everything from summer picnics to cool winter evenings. Serve as a main dish or a side dish.
Slow Cooker Ham and Beans
This slow cooker ham and beans recipe is the ultimate in comfort food and an easy way to use up leftover holiday ham.
Black Bean and Corn Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
Use garden fresh corn and peppers in this easy black bean and corn salad with honey lime dressing. The homemade dressing gives amazing flavor to this colorful summer side dish!
Taco Lasagna
Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this taco lasagna recipe combines the heartiness of taco meat with the comfort of lasagna, all layered in flour tortillas. Serve with our chocolate tres leches cake recipe or vanilla tres leches cake for dessert!
Crock Pot Taco Dip with Cream Cheese and Ground Beef
Crock Pot Taco Dip with cream cheese and ground beef is the ultimate party dip! This dip is creamy and loaded with flavor! It is made in minutes using simple ingredients like cream cheese, taco-seasoned ground beef, corn, Rotel, and black beans.
Stewed Red Beans
My healthy stewed red beans recipe is perfect for anyone who craves a delicious weeknight meal, wants a quick and easy dish, and loves comforting flavors. I love that it takes very little time to come together, making it ideal for busy individuals or for families looking for a simple dinner. It’s a budget-friendly, hearty side dish packed with tons of flavor, and it also happens to be vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free!
Santa Fe Chicken
Santa Fe Chicken in a skillet is a flavorful recipe that’s quick to make and perfect for any weeknight dinner. Packed with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and melty cheese. Delicious paired with our tres leches cake recipe!
