Quick and Easy Southern Green Beans
If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying side dish, look no further! Our Quick and Easy Southern Green Beans recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly simple to prepare. Imagine the mouthwatering aroma of crispy turkey bacon mingling with fresh green beans, enhanced by the sweetness of brown sugar. This delightful dish takes just 35 minutes to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Once you try this flavorful combination, it’s destined to become a staple on your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
- 6 slices turkey bacon (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside while keeping the grease in the skillet.
- Sauté diced onion in the bacon grease until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add green beans to the skillet and toss to coat with the onion mixture.
- If using, pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Return the crispy turkey bacon to the skillet, stir well, and season with salt to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg