Homestyle Green Beans
Transform your dinner table into a comforting feast with this irresistible Homestyle Green Beans recipe. Bursting with flavor, this southern-inspired side dish combines tender fresh green beans simmered to perfection in savory chicken broth with sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of butter. Crispy crumbled bacon adds the perfect smoky crunch, while optional red pepper flakes lend a subtle kick for those who enjoy a bit of heat. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simmer that locks in all the rich flavors, this easy green bean recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads, serve these homestyle green beans alongside your favorite main dishes for a wholesome, flavorful addition everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 small (diced) yellow onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons optional red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash the green beans under cold water and trim the ends. Set aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and let them cool on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble the bacon into small pieces once cooled.
Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings from the skillet. Add the butter to the pan and melt it over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir the mixture and bring it to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the green beans simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy.
Remove the lid and sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the green beans. Stir to combine and let the dish cook for another 2-3 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2582 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1562 mg | 33% | |
*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.
