Delicious Green Beans With Bacon Recipe | Easy Side Dish

Green Beans With Bacon — a american recipe (main course) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 17, 2026

30

Total Time (min)

8

servings

159

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Green Beans With Bacon Recipe | Easy Side Dish

Ingredients

Servings:
8
  • 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
  • 4 slices bacon (diced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Cook the Bacon

    In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy.

    Drain excess fat if too greasy.
  2. Sauté Garlic

    Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

    Avoid burning the garlic for best flavor.
  3. Add Green Beans

    Stir in the trimmed green beans, coating them with the bacon and garlic mixture.

    Make sure the beans are evenly mixed for better flavor.
  4. Season

    Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the beans, mixing well.

    Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Add Broth

    Pour in the chicken broth and cover the skillet; cook for 6-8 minutes.

    Check beans for desired tenderness during cooking.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Keto-Friendly, Paleo, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free, Egg-Free. Diet: Low-Carb

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your american meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Coleslaw
🍽️French fries or baked potatoes
🍽️Corn on the cob

About This Dish

Delicious Green Beans With Bacon Recipe | Easy Side Dish is a beloved dish from American cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.

American cuisine is a melting pot of flavors and traditions from around the world, shaped by the diverse cultures that make up the nation. From hearty comfort food to innovative modern dishes.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just adjust the cooking time as they may cook faster.

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Nutrition Facts

8 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories150kcal
Total Fat10gg
Sodium600mgmg
Total Carbohydrates10gg
Dietary Fiber4gg
Total Sugars2gg
Protein5gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineAmerican