Kidney Bean Recipes

Kidney beans are a staple ingredient in chili, but they’re so much more versatile than that. Check out our recipes with kidney beans for creative (and easy!) ideas.

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    Veggie Bean Casserole

    I serve this as a meatless main dish, but it also makes a nice side dish. It freezes and reheats...


    Easy Slow Cooker Chili

    This hearty chili can cook for up to 10 hours on low. It's so good to come home after a...


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    Cowboy Beans

    When you bring sweet and tangy cowboy beans to share, you'll be the hit of the barbecue!


    Southwestern Bean Chowder

    Even though there is a bit of heat from the spices and green chiles, my young children love this soup...


    Kidney Bean Taco Bake

    Here's an easy casserole that is hearty and very economical. It's a family-pleaser and popular at potlucks.—Leanne Obine, Ontario, New...


    Thick & Chunky Beef Chili

    Hearty, flavorful ingredients and a thick, rich sauce make this a satisfying chili that's sure to win compliments on your...


    Hearty Turkey Chili

    “My mother-in-law introduced our family to this chili a few years ago, and we can't seem to get enough of...


    Fully Loaded Chili

    With lean ground beef, four types of beans and lots of seasonings and toppings, this chili is truly "fully loaded."...

    Italian Vegetable Soup

    Laced with a splash of wine, this hearty soup is packed with garden-fresh nutrition and veggies! Leafy escarole adds color...


    Spicy Beans with Turkey Sausage

    Here's a jambalaya-type dish that comes together in the slow cooker. It's a wonderful way to warm up cold winter...


    Slow Cooker Vegetable Bean Soup

    Kitchen staples and canned goods help me get this heartwarming soup on the table with very little preparation. Feel free...


    Italian Meatball ‘n’ Bean Soup

    Tender meatballs in a savory, chili-like soup deliver a taste sensation the whole family will love. You can use sweet,...


    Bloody Mary Soup with Beans

    I love a good Bloody Mary, which inspired this recipe. The soup packs a spicy punch, and it'll warm you...


    Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili

    I enjoy this comforting chili on its own but it's wonderful spooned over a bed of steamed rice or an...


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    Cool Beans Salad

    This protein-filled dish could be served as a colorful side dish or a meatless main entree. When you make it,...


    Tuscan Portobello Stew

    Here’s a healthy one-skillet meal that’s quick and easy to prepare yet elegant enough for company. I often take this...


    Fiesta Corn and Beans

    Bursting with southwestern flavors, the zesty veggie medley here can be served as a side dish or a meatless meal-in-one....

    Red Bean Vegetable Soup

    Cajun seasoning boosts the flavor of this brothy soup. The easy recipe makes a big batch that's loaded with beans...


    Zippy Bean Stew

    This bean stew is a staple for my co-workers and me once the weather turns cool. Although this is a...


    Potato Minestrone

    Let the aroma of this savory soup waft through your home while you get ready for the holidays. I only...


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    Turkey Chili

    When you're craving down-home comfort food—but not all of the fat—turn to this turkey chili recipe. Ground turkey recipes like...


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    Easy White Chicken Chili

    Easy white chicken chili comes together with hearty beans, ground chicken and a creamy broth. Dried herbs and chopped green...


    Smoky Baked Beans

    They’ll be standing in line for this saucy bean recipe full of that hard-to-capture campfire flavor. A combination of colorful...

    Penne with Tomatoes & White Beans

    I learned how to make this dish from friends in Genoa, Italy, where they're known for creating tasty combinations of...


    Slow-Cooker Vegan Chili

    I combine ingredients for this hearty slow-cooker vegan chili the night before, start my trusty slow cooker in the morning...


    Avocado White Bean Dip

    I love guacamole! But I add beans to boost the amount of fiber in this version. It has a texture...


    Sally’s West Coast Chili

    We often have chili cook-offs at our church, so we trade lots of different recipes. I was always mixing and...


    Emily’s Bean Soup

    This is a wonderful fall or winter meal, served with thick slices of warm homemade bread. The recipe evolved over...


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    Chili con Carne

    Chili con carne tastes great right out of the pot, but it will taste even better the next day. Make...