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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    Summer Squash & White Bean Soup

    2 reviews

    I love using summer squash in soups. This dish is hearty as is, but stir in chopped ham for an extra wallop of flavor. Serve it warm or chilled. —Sara Hornbeck, Knoxville, Tennessee

    Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili

    10 reviews

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


    Pressure-Cooker White Bean Chicken Chili

    6 reviews

    My sister shared this chili recipe with me. The jalapeno adds just enough heat to notice but not too much...


    Spicy Chuck Wagon Beans

    1 review

    Baked beans don't get any easier! All you have to do is open some cans, chop an onion, and add...


    Chili Cottage Pie

    3 reviews

    This filling cottage pie is super simple and loaded with flavor. The kids love to help layer it up. —Jacob...

    Hearty Beef & Bean Soup

    2 reviews

    I love cooking, and often share my soups with my co-workers—and they're happy I do. This one is perfect for...


    Turkey Sausage Bean Soup

    This recipe is from my great-grandmother, though I've added a few ingredients to make it my own. Serve it with...


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    Spicy Cowboy Chili

    5 reviews

    Toasting the peppers for this cowboy chili releases their earthy flavors. I recommend wearing gloves when handling dried peppers and...


    Salmon Skillet

    4 reviews

    Is there anything salmon can’t do? It is high in heart-healthy omega-3s and lends itself to simple preparation techniques. And...


    Six-Bean Chili

    1 review

    When it's cold and frosty outside, this meatless chili is sure to warm you up. It's packed with fiber, protein...


    Manchester Stew

    While in college, I studied abroad. At the time, I was a vegetarian and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious...


    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...


    Autumn Chili

    A touch of baking cocoa gives my chili a rich flavor without adding sweetness. When I was growing up in...

    Bean & Barley Salad

    20 reviews

    "This hearty salad lasts for days in the fridge - perfect for leftovers. We like to spoon it onto pita...


    Kidney Bean Casserole

    1 review

    I don’t recall its origin, but I've had this Kidney Bean Casserole recipe for many years. A Triscuit cracker crust...


    Fully Loaded Chili

    16 reviews

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


    Italian Vegetable Soup

    8 reviews

    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

    6 reviews

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


    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...


    Slow Cooker Vegetable Bean Soup

    1 review

    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

    2 reviews

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


    Hearty Turkey Chili

    1 review

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

    Bean & Bulgur Chili

    8 reviews

    A hot bowl of this zesty bulgur and bean chili will warm you throughout the year. The bulgur adds amazing...


    Festive Bean Salad

    6 reviews

    I had experimented with all kinds of bean salads before I hit on this one. My husband loves all the...


    Southwestern Bean Chowder

    15 reviews

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


    Slow Cooker Calico Beans

    7 reviews

    With so many folks moving to meatless or healthier food choices, I decided to remove the meat from the original...


    Italian Bean Soup

    12 reviews

    This budget-friendly bean soup with orzo, potato and veggies is so hearty, you won’t even notice it’s meatless. —Gilda Lester,...


    Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

    19 reviews

    Smoked turkey sausage and red pepper flakes add zip to this saucy, slow-cooked version of Louisiana red beans and rice....