Beth's Easy Pleasy Green Beans Recipe

Ready in under 15 minutes, these incredibly yummy green beans are a weeknight dinner game-changer! We use frozen whole green beans (slender ones are ideal!) for ultimate convenience and consistent results. Elevate the flavor with crunchy roasted garlic Caesar almonds (Sunkist brand recommended) and savory bacon bits. This recipe is also adaptable for fresh green beans – simply adjust cooking time as needed.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 219.8 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beth's Easy Pleasy Green Beans

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How to Make Beth's Easy Pleasy Green Beans

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound frozen whole green beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  3. Add ½ cup water, 1 teaspoon chicken base, and 1 teaspoon dried minced onion.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Uncover, stir in 2 tablespoons bacon bits, and cook for 1 minute, or until most of the water has evaporated.
  6. Season generously with garlic pepper seasoning to taste.
  7. Stir in ¼ cup roasted garlic Caesar almonds and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

8g

Carbs

3g