Slow Cooker Green Beans are a flavorful, no-fuss side dish, that goes well with just about any meal. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it!
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Fresh green beans slow-cooked with savory smoked bacon, onion, and garlic create a tender, delicious dish that’s perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, or meal prep.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Customizable: Easy to tweak for different diets or flavor preferences.
Hands-Free Cooking: Prep it in minutes and let the slow cooker do the work.
Perfect for Any Occasion: From holiday feasts to casual family dinners, this dish fits right in.
Recipe Ingredients
- Fresh Green Beans
- Salt & Pepper
- Smoked Bacon
- Fresh Onion
- Fresh Garlic
- Broth
- Red Pepper Flakes
Substitutions and Variations
- Vegetarian Option: Skip the bacon and use vegetable broth. For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika or liquid smoke.
- Turkey: Swap traditional bacon for turkey bacon for a leaner option.
- Extra Veggies: Toss in diced carrots, sliced mushrooms, or small potatoes for a heartier dish.
- Herbs: Add a sprig of thyme or rosemary during cooking for a fragrant twist.
- Crispy Bacon Topping: Cook the bacon separately until crispy and sprinkle it over the finished dish for added texture.
Recipe Directions
Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and trim the green beans, chop the bacon, and dice the onion.
Layer in the Crockpot: Add the green beans, bacon, onion, and garlic to your slow cooker. Pour the broth over the top, and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally if desired. Cook abut 1 hour long for more tender green beans.
Pair these slow cooker green beans with roasted chicken, meatloaf, or a hearty pasta dish like this chicken and ravioli bake, for a balanced and satisfying meal. Plus, the leftovers (if you have any!) reheat beautifully for lunch the next day.
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Recipe
Slow Cooker Green Beans
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Fresh Green Beans trimmed
- 4 slices Bacon smoked, chopped
- 1 small Onion diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans, chop the bacon, and dice the onion.
- Add the green beans, bacon, onion, and garlic to your slow cooker.
- Pour the broth over the top, and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally if desired.
- Cook abut 1 hour long for more tender green beans. Serve!
Notes
Vegetarian Option: Skip the bacon and use vegetable broth. For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika or liquid smoke. Turkey: Swap traditional bacon for turkey bacon for a leaner option. Extra Veggies: Toss in diced carrots, sliced mushrooms, or small potatoes for a heartier dish. Herbs: Add a sprig of thyme or rosemary during cooking for a fragrant twist. Crispy Bacon Topping: Cook the bacon separately until crispy and sprinkle it over the finished dish for added texture.
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