Country Style Barbecued Onions with Baked Beans
Take your barbecue game to the next level with this hearty and flavorful recipe for Country Style Barbecued Onions with Baked Beans. Perfect as a side dish or a standalone centerpiece, these tender, hollowed-out yellow onions are stuffed with a rich, smoky filling of baked beans, barbecue sauce, minced garlic, and a touch of brown sugar. Each onion is wrapped in crispy, golden bacon and baked to perfection, offering a delightful combination of smoky, savory, and sweet flavors. The dish is further enhanced with a sprinkle of smoked paprika and fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Whether you're grilling outdoors or using your oven, these stuffed onions are a crowd-pleasing comfort food that pairs beautifully with summer barbecues or cozy family dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large yellow onions
- 2 cups canned baked beans
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 4 bacon slices
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the onions and cut off the tops (about 1/2 inch). Carefully scoop out the center layers of the onions, leaving the outer 2–3 layers intact to create a bowl. Reserve the scooped-out onion pieces for later use.
In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and reserved chopped onion. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the canned baked beans, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Wrap one slice of bacon around the outside of each hollowed-out onion, securing with a toothpick if necessary. Place the onions in a cast-iron skillet or a grilling-safe baking dish.
Spoon the baked bean mixture into each onion bowl until full. Cover the dish or skillet with aluminum foil to prevent the onions from drying out.
Place the skillet on the grill or in the oven and cook for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the bacon to crisp up and the tops of the onions to caramelize.
Carefully remove the onions from the grill or oven. Let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or main course. Enjoy your Country Style Barbecued Onions with Baked Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 6893 mg | 300% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.2 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 179.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3322 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
