Description
Cajun Smothered Green Beans are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings the bold taste of Cajun cuisine to your table. Fresh green beans are tenderly simmered in a savory sauce enriched with crispy bacon, aromatic garlic, and sweet onions, creating a delightful harmony of tastes and textures. This easy recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, ensuring that everyone will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 slices bacon, diced (or turkey bacon)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans; cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside with some grease left in the skillet.
- Add olive oil if needed. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until golden and fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the green beans and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning and pour in chicken broth. Stir well, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Mix in crispy bacon bits before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg