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Slow Cooker Green Beans Recipe

4.5 from 63 reviews

This Slow Cooker Green Beans recipe offers a simple and delicious way to enjoy tender green beans infused with savory garlic and onion flavors. Using a slow cooker makes it easy to prepare a flavorful side dish with minimal hands-on time, perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray, as needed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Slow Cooker: Spray the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until tender and translucent, approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic into the slow cooker. Add the trimmed green beans, chicken or vegetable broth, garlic salt, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
  4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on the low setting for 4 to 5 hours, or until the green beans are tender and infused with flavor.
  5. Serve: Once cooked, give the green beans a final stir and serve hot as a delicious, nutritious side dish.

Notes

  • You can substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian or vegan option.
  • If you prefer crisper green beans, reduce the cooking time slightly.
  • Adjust garlic salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
  • This recipe can be doubled if your slow cooker is large enough to accommodate.
  • For added flavor, consider topping with toasted almonds or crispy bacon bits before serving.

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