Slow Cooker Green Beans

reader reviews

"These green beans were so tender and flavorful, and I love how easy they were to prepare. This one's definitely going into my regular rotation!" - Donna

key ingredients:

green beans bacon onions garlic brown sugar chicken stock vinegar

about this recipe

gluten free easy side dish

Silky, savory, and packed with flavor, these super easy slow cooker green beans are a simple side dish that are perfect for weeknight dinners and festive holiday spreads. The mostly hands-off cooking time means you can free up the oven (and your time) for more important things!

STEP 1:

Cook the bacon, onions, garlic and paprika in a skillet or large pan.

STEP 2:

Add the salt, brown sugar, stock and vinegar to a 6-quart slow cooker, stirring to combine. Add the cooked onion mixture, cooked bacon, and the green beans, tossing to coat.

STEP 3:

Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours on high, or low for 6-7.

STEP 4:

Uncover and drain all but ¼ cup of cooking liquid. Add the butter and remaining 2 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled, to the green beans.

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