Description
Crock Pot Buttery Green Beans are a delicious and effortless side dish that transforms simple canned green beans into a rich and savory delight. Infused with buttery goodness, tender textures, and a hint of sweetness, these green beans are perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let them meld together to create an irresistible flavor that will impress your guests. This versatile dish pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, beef roasts, or can be enjoyed as a stand-alone addition to salads or grain bowls. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor payoff, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (14.5-ounce) cans green beans (drained)
- 8 slices turkey bacon (chopped)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 large garlic clove (minced)
- 4 tablespoons butter (cut into slivers)
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Seasoned salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by greasing it lightly. Place the drained green beans at the bottom.
- In a nonstick skillet, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy. Add diced onion when bacon is nearly done; continue cooking until onions are soft.
- Transfer the bacon and onion mixture to the slow cooker using a slotted spoon. Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of the leftover bacon grease over the beans.
- Add butter slivers, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg