Best 7 Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup With Chorizo Recipes

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Indulge in a flavorful and comforting journey with our culinary creation: Slow-Cooker Split Pea Soup with Chorizo. This delightful soup is not just a meal; it's an experience that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. Discover the harmonious blend of split peas, aromatic vegetables, savory chorizo, and a symphony of spices. Our recipe collection offers variations to cater to diverse preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore our classic split pea soup, a smoky and spicy chorizo-infused version, and a vegan rendition that captures the essence of this hearty dish without compromising on flavor. Let your slow cooker do the magic while you relish the enticing aromas that fill your kitchen. Prepare to be captivated by the creamy texture, vibrant colors, and irresistible taste of our Slow-Cooker Split Pea Soup with Chorizo.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER SPLIT PEA SOUP



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When I have leftover ham in the fridge, I always like to make this split pea soup. Just throw the ingredients in the slow cooker, turn it on, and dinner is done. -Pamela Chambers, West Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) dried green split peas, rinsed
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup julienned or chopped carrots
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours or until peas are tender.Freeze Option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Heat through in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 728mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER SPLIT PEA SOUP



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The classic pairing of mild split peas and rich ham come together in a delicious slow-cooker version.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 cups water
1 package (16 ounces) dried split peas (2 1/4 cups), sorted and rinsed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
2 medium stalks celery, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 ham bone, 2 pounds ham shanks or 2 pounds smoked pork hocks

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except ham in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker. Add ham.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until peas are tender.
  • Remove ham from cooker; place on cutting board. Pull meat from bones, using 2 forks; discard bones and skin. Stir ham into soup. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg

SLOW-COOKER SPLIT PEA SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus 8 to 10 parsley stems
4 sprigs thyme
1 pound green split peas, picked over and rinsed
1 large leek, white and light green part only, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 smoked turkey leg (1 to 1 1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
Crusty multigrain bread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Tie the parsley stems and thyme together with kitchen string and place in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the split peas, leek, celery, carrots, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; stir to combine. Add the turkey leg and 7 cups water. Cover and cook on low until the split peas and meat are tender, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Discard the herb bundle. Discard the skin and bones from the turkey leg and shred the meat. Vigorously stir the soup to break up the peas and make the soup smoother. Thin with water, if desired. Stir in the chopped parsley and about three-quarters of the turkey meat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls. Thin the yogurt with a little water, then spoon onto the soup. Top with the thawed peas and the remaining turkey. Serve with bread, if desired.

SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH CHORIZO AND SAGE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound chorizo, sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 large onions, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced or pureed
2 carrots, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 ribs of celery, sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups yellow split peas
6 cups stock or water
1 bay leaf
1/2 bunch parsley, washed and chopped
1 bunch fresh sage, leaves sliced thinly crosswise

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chorizo slices and cook until sausage is lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove sausage from pot with slotted spoon and reserve. Add onions, salt and pepper to pot and cook over medium low heat until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute to release its aroma. Stir in carrots and celery and cook five minutes. Add potatoes, split peas, stock or water and bay leaf and bring to a simmer. Cook about 45 minutes, until peas are soft. Add back reserved chorizo slices and simmer 5 minutes to combine flavors. Stir in parsley and sage and serve.

SLOW-COOKER BLACK BEAN SOUP WITH CHORIZO



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 8h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1-pound bag dried black beans (about 2 cups), picked over and rinsed
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 fully cooked (not dried) smoked chorizo sausages (about 6 ounces), halved lengthwise and sliced 1/2 inch thick
Hot sauce, chopped red onions, cubed avocado, pico de gallo and/or crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped fresh cilantro, for topping

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cups water, the beans, chicken broth, vinegar, onion, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until the beans are tender, about 8 hours.
  • Discard the bay leaf. Working in small batches, puree about half of the soup in a blender. Stir the pureed soup back into the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the chorizo in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Top each serving of soup with the chorizo and toppings.

SPLIT-PEA SOUP WITH CHORIZO



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Sausage     Pea     Carrot     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 10 cups, serving 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds cured chorizo (spicy pork sausage, available at Hispanic markets and many supermarkets), sliced thin
1 onion, chopped
1 rib of celery, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound split peas, picked over
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 carrots, halved lengthwise and sliced thin crosswise
croutons as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a heavy kettle brown the chorizo over moderate heat, stirring, transfer it with slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, and pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the fat. In the fat remaining in the kettle cook the onion, the celery, and the garlic over moderately low heat, stirring, until the celery is softened, add the split peas, the broth, the water, the thyme, and the bay leaf, and simmer the mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/4 hours, Stir in the carrots and simmer the soup, covered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the carrots are tender. Discard the bay leaf, season the soup with salt and pepper, and serve it with the croutons.

EMERIL'S SLOW-COOKER SPLIT-PEA SOUP



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This slow-cooker version of split-pea soup is as easy as it gets and is packed with healthy fiber and protein. Serve it with crusty bread and you've got a soul-warming meal ready to go.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 6h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 pounds dried green split peas, picked over, rinsed, and drained
1 medium onion, diced small
4 small carrots, diced small
1 celery stalk, diced small
1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon)
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled)
2 dried bay leaves
2 small ham hocks (1 1/4 pounds total), with several 1/2-inch slits cut into skin
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, bring broth to a boil, then carefully pour into a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Add split peas, onion, carrots, celery, bell pepper, garlic, thyme, bay leaves, and ham hocks; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and cook on high until split peas are creamy, 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove ham hocks from pot. Discard skin and bones; dice meat. Discard bay leaves. Lightly mash peas with the back of a wooden spoon. Return ham to soup and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 25 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful chorizo, and a good quality split pea will make all the difference in the taste of your soup.
  • Don't overcook the split peas: They should be tender, but still have a little bit of a bite to them. Overcooked split peas will become mushy and bland.
  • Add the chorizo towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent it from becoming dry and tough.
  • Season the soup to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are good starting points, but you can also add other spices and herbs to your liking.
  • Serve the soup with a variety of toppings: Chopped fresh parsley, crumbled bacon, grated cheese, or a dollop of sour cream are all great options.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker split pea soup with chorizo is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a cold winter day or a busy weeknight. The combination of split peas, chorizo, and vegetables is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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