My Crock Pot Green Beans
Transform your side dish game with this flavorful recipe for My Crock Pot Green Beans, a foolproof way to elevate fresh green beans into a savory, slow-cooked masterpiece. This easy recipe combines tender green beans, crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and garlic, all simmered in a rich chicken broth with a touch of butter for added indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a slow cooker doing the rest, these green beans come out perfectly tender, infused with smoky, buttery goodness. Ideal for both busy weeknights and holiday spreads, this crowd-pleasing side dish pairs beautifully with everything from roast chicken to grilled steaks. Customize it with a hint of red pepper flakes for a light kick, and watch it become a family favorite. If you're searching for a stress-free side dish packed with comforting flavor, My Crock Pot Green Beans are your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly under cold water, trim the ends, and cut them into bite-sized pieces if desired.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon, crumble it into small pieces, and set aside. Drain excess grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the trimmed green beans to the crock pot, followed by the sautéed onion and garlic mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the butter, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the green beans are tender but not mushy. Stir halfway through cooking if desired.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.4 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 4556 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2784 mg | 59% | |
*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.
