Green Beans and Bacon (Southern-Style with Homemade Chicken Stock)
Tender green beans simmered low and slow with smoky bacon, onion, and homemade chicken stock make this Southern classic rich, savory, and full of comfort. A touch of Creole Kick seasoning adds just the right amount of flavor to elevate this simple, crowd-pleasing side dish.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon diced
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 lbs fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 ½ – 3 ½ cups homemade chicken stock or broth
- 1 teaspoon Creole Kick seasoning optional, but recommended
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon and Aromatics:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook diced bacon over medium heat until nearly crisp. Add chopped onion and cook about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Reduce heat to low, add minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Remove bacon and onion mixture with a slotted spoon, reserving bacon grease in the pot.
- Add Green Beans and Stock:
- Add the trimmed green beans to the pot. Pour in enough homemade chicken stock or broth to fully cover the beans. Stir in Creole Kick seasoning.
- Simmer Until Tender:
- Bring to a light boil, then cover and reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook 1 to 1½ hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and full of flavor.
- Finish the Dish:
- Drain off most of the liquid. Return the bacon and onion mixture to the pot and stir to combine. Add butter and heat through until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.