Description

These slow-cooked green beans are tender, flavorful, and packed with smoky Southern goodness. Made with bacon, onion, and a touch of seasoning, they’re the perfect side dish for any meal. Just set it and forget it in your crockpot!

Ingredients

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2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, diced
3 cups chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tbsp butter

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Instructions

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Transfer the cooked bacon, onion, and garlic to your crockpot.
Add the green beans, chicken broth, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the green beans are tender.
Stir in butter before serving for extra richness. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can use frozen or canned green beans, but fresh gives the best texture.
For extra smokiness, add a ham hock or smoked turkey leg instead of bacon.
If using canned green beans, reduce the cooking time to 2–3 hours on low or 1 hour on high.