Texas Style Green Beans

Bring the bold, savory flavors of the Lone Star State to your table with this Texas-Style Green Beans recipe. Fresh green beans are slow-simmered in a smoky, flavorful broth made with crispy bacon, sweet sautéed onions, garlic, and a kick of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper. The dish is finished with buttery richness and tender texture, making it the ultimate Southern-inspired side dish perfect for family dinners, barbecue gatherings, or holiday feasts. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan recipe packs big flavor with simple ingredients, ensuring it's as easy as it is delicious. Serve these Texas-Style Green Beans alongside your favorite main course and watch them steal the spotlight! Keywords: Texas-Style Green Beans recipe, Southern side dish, smoky green beans, savory green beans with bacon, easy holiday side recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh green beans
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Set them aside.

Step 2

Chop the bacon into small pieces. Peel and dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat and add the chopped bacon. Cook until the bacon is crispy, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Remove the bacon from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a paper towel to drain. Leave the rendered bacon grease in the pan.

Step 5

Add the diced onion to the skillet with the bacon grease and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 7

Stir in the butter, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Let the butter melt and the spices coat the onions and garlic evenly.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Add the green beans to the skillet or pot, stirring to coat them evenly. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let the green beans simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Once the green beans are tender and have absorbed the flavors, remove the lid and stir in the cooked bacon pieces.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy the Southern flavors of Texas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876.5 grams (876.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	579

Total Fat 35.70g	46%
Saturated Fat 17.20g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 98mg	33%
Sodium 2453mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 48.00g	17%
Dietary Fiber 18.70g	67%
Total Sugars 20.70g
Protein 24.60g	49%

Vitamin D 10IU	48%
Calcium 241mg	19%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1589mg	34%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.5%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 31.4%