Texas Roadhouse Green Beans Copycat
Recreate the irresistible taste of Texas Roadhouse right at home with this savory Green Beans Copycat recipe! Featuring tender green beans simmered in a rich combination of smoky bacon, sweet brown sugar, and flavorful chicken broth, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Diced onions and a hint of soy sauce add depth, while freshly minced garlic brings a fragrant punch to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-style side dish is not only quick and easy but also pairs beautifully with hearty mains like steak, roasted chicken, or barbecue ribs. Whether you’re using fresh or canned green beans, this recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing addition to your table that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy comfort-food feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Green beans (canned or fresh, trimmed)
- 4 slices Bacon (diced)
- 1 small Onion (diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
If using fresh green beans, rinse and trim the ends. If using canned green beans, drain and rinse thoroughly.
In a large skillet or saucepan, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until it starts to crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon and sauté for another 3 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the chicken broth. Stir well to combine with the bacon and onion mixture.
Add the green beans to the skillet, making sure they are evenly coated in the broth.
Mix the brown sugar and soy sauce into the broth, then season with black pepper. Add salt if needed, but taste first as the bacon and soy sauce may already provide enough saltiness.
Cover the skillet and let the green beans simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they reach your desired tenderness.
Once cooked, remove from heat and give the green beans a final stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2444 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 409 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2678 mg | 57% | |
*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.
