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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    Skillet Cassoulet

    23 reviews

    This dish is chock-full of flavor, and the little spice from the kielbasa makes a nice hearty combo for a...


    Kielbasa and Kidney Beans

    17 reviews

    "This hearty meal-in-one is one of my family's favorites," notes Doreen Kelly of Roslyn, Pennsylvania. "It keeps well in a...


    Hearty Chicken Casserole

    10 reviews

    Bring the flavors of the Southwest to the table with this delectable high-fiber dish from Jenny Ebert of Eau Claire,...


    Mexi-Mac Casserole

    9 reviews

    I typically have most of the ingredients for this dish in my pantry. Green chiles give it a little bite,...


    Kidney Beans and Rice

    4 reviews

    I developed this recipe while working for a rehabilitation home. It was a success with everyone who tried it. I...


    Hearty Sausage Minestrone

    9 reviews

    As a teacher, I appreciate quick and easy recipes. If I make this for just my husband and me, we...


    Sweet and Tangy Ranch Beans

    1 review

    This sweet and tangy side dish uses lots of convenient canned goods, so it’s a snap to throw together. The...


    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...

    Arborio Rice and White Bean Soup

    4 reviews

    Soup is the ultimate comfort food. This hearty, satisfying soup with arborio rice is low in fat and comes together...


    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...


    Salmon with Spinach & White Beans

    11 reviews

    My husband, Oscar, is a Southerner at heart. This salmon with garlicky beans and spinach won him over at first...


    Three Bean Salad

    9 reviews

    We make this three bean salad all summer long! It's a delicious summer side dish for a small gathering. —Barbara...


    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."...


    Enchilada Pie

    8 reviews

    This impressive, hearty dish is perfect for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. —Jacqueline Correa, Landing, New Jersey


    Meatball Minestrone

    4 reviews

    Just thinking about this soup simmering on the stove gets me hungry! The homemade meatballs are so tasty. —Esther Perea,...


    Quick White Bean Dip

    1 review

    From Benton Harbor, Michigan, Katina Tanner sends a low-fat party starter. "This is a wonderful way o use fresh basil,"...


    Big-Batch Baked Beans

    2 reviews

    "All in the family" is how Kathy Herron describes her tasty baked beans. "My mom got the recipe from my...

    Hearty Potluck Chili

    2 reviews

    A co-worker made this hearty and well-seasoned chili for a potluck at work, and I just had to have the...


    Chicken Bean Soup

    2 reviews

    This easy soup is tasty and nutritious, too. I like to top individual bowls with a few sprigs of fresh...


    Bean Cabbage Soup

    1 review

    I used to love my Italian grandmother's homemade minestrone. She was very particular about ingredients and where she bought them....


    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...


    Spicy Pork Chili with White Beans

    4 reviews

    This chili, loaded with white beans and cubes of pork, has plenty of bite. But if it’s not spicy enough...


    Southwestern Bean Salad

    8 reviews

    My daughter gave me the recipe for this hearty, zippy salad. I've used it many times and received compliments. When...

    Sausage Bean Stew

    2 reviews

    Meet the Cook: One of the reasons I like quick dinners like this is our two sons, who are 7...


    Old Settlers’ Baked Beans

    8 reviews

    My husband likes spicy dishes, and this is one of his favorites. He usually takes what's left to work for...


    Three-Bean Salsa

    3 reviews

    Here’s an easy recipe for fabulous, chunky salsa. “It’s fast, fresh, low in fat and high in fiber,“ shares Regina...


    Avocado Bean Dip

    4 reviews

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


    Emily’s Bean Soup

    7 reviews

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


    Smoked Sausage and Beans

    2 reviews

    Kielbasa gives this dish a hearty flavor, and you don't have to spend hours in the kitchen preparing it.—Honore Hudson,...