Homestyle Texas Roadhouse Green Beans Copycat Recipe (Print Version)
Recreate that savory, smoky Texas Roadhouse Green Beans flavor at home. My easy copycat recipe brings comfort to your table!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Contains meat, Dairy (can be made dairy-free)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
1.5 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
02 -
6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
03 -
1 medium yellow onion, diced
04 -
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
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1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Flavor Boosters
06 -
1 tbsp brown sugar
07 -
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
→ Finishing Touch
08 -
2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Seasonings
09 -
Salt, to taste
10 -
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, get those fresh green beans trimmed. This is where I usually put on some music and just zone out for a bit. You want them clean, no stringy bits left behind. Give them a good rinse under cold water, too. It's a simple step, but essential for the best Texas Roadhouse Green Beans. I sometimes forget to do this first, and then I'm scrambling later!
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In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the diced thick-cut bacon over medium heat until it's wonderfully crispy. This is a crucial step for our Texas Roadhouse Green Beans! Don't rush it; let that fat render out and get that bacon golden. The smell alone starts building anticipation, I swear. Once crispy, remove the bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving about 2-3 tablespoons of fat in the pan. Crumble the bacon and set it aside for later.
03 -
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the diced yellow onion to the bacon fat in the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until it's softened and translucent. Then, toss in the minced garlic and cook for just another minute until fragrant. Please, please don't let the garlic burn! I've ruined batches of what could have been amazing Texas Roadhouse Green Beans by getting distracted right here.
04 -
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir it all together, scraping up any delicious brown bits from the bottom of the pan – that's flavor, folks! Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. This is where the magic really starts to happen, as all those savory, sweet, and tangy flavors begin to meld together for our Texas Roadhouse Green Beans.
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Now, add your trimmed fresh green beans to the simmering liquid. Stir to coat them well. Cover the skillet and let them cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until they're tender-crisp. I like mine with a little bite, but you do you! Keep an eye on them; nobody wants mushy green beans, right? This step always makes my kitchen smell incredible, like a proper home-cooked meal.
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Once the beans are cooked to your liking, remove the lid. Stir in the unsalted butter until it's melted and glossy. Now for the most important part: taste, taste, taste! Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference. Remember that crispy bacon we saved? Stir most of it in now, reserving a little for garnish. Give it a final taste; this is your moment to make these Texas Roadhouse Green Beans truly yours. Serve warm, garnished with the remaining bacon.
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overcook the green beans; they should still have a slight bite!
02 -
Reheat leftovers gently on the stovetop to maintain sauce consistency.
03 -
Swap bacon for smoked turkey bacon for a lighter version, but add a touch of oil.
04 -
Serve these alongside a juicy steak and mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Large skillet or Dutch oven
02 -
slotted spoon
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 200-250
Total Fat: 15-20g
Total Carbohydrate: 10-15g
Protein: 5-10g