Copycat Texas Roadhouse Green Beans
Make Texas Roadhouse green beans at home with this copycat recipe. Crispy bacon, garlic butter, and fresh green beans in 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted optional
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the trimmed green beans for 4-5 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp, then drain well in a colander.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, about 7-8 minutes, then transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
- 3
Add the butter to the bacon fat in the skillet and allow it to melt over medium heat.
- 4
Add the diced onion to the melted butter mixture and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- 5
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- 6
Pour in the chicken broth, black pepper, sea salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine all seasonings evenly.
- 7
Add the drained green beans to the skillet and toss well to coat them with the buttery, garlicky sauce.
- 8
Sauté the green beans for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and lightly caramelized.
- 9
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cooked bacon pieces and apple cider vinegar.
- 10
Taste the green beans and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- 11
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and toasted almonds if desired.
- 12
Serve immediately while the green beans are still warm and the butter is glossy.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6 slices thick-cut bacon | 4 slices thick-cut bacon or 2 tablespoons bacon bits | Reduces saturated fat and sodium while maintaining smoky bacon flavor through concentrated taste |
| 3 tablespoons unsalted butter | 2 tablespoons grass-fed butter or 1.5 tablespoons avocado oil | Grass-fed butter contains more omega-3s and conjugated linoleic acid; avocado oil provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats |
| 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth | 1/2 cup bone broth | Bone broth contains collagen and gelatin that support gut health and reduce inflammation in the digestive system |
| 1/2 teaspoon sea salt | 1/4 teaspoon sea salt plus 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice | Reduces sodium content while lemon juice enhances natural flavors and adds vitamin C with anti-inflammatory properties |
| White onion | Red onion | Red onions contain significantly more quercetin, a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound |
| 2 tablespoons fresh parsley garnish | 2 tablespoons fresh parsley plus 1 tablespoon fresh thyme | Thyme contains thymol, a compound with powerful anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that aid digestion |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 245 |
| Total Fat | 17g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Cholesterol | 28mg |
| Sodium | 420mg |
| Carbohydrates | 12g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sugar | 2g |
| Protein | 11g |
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