Homestyle Texas Roadhouse Green Beans Copycat (Print Version)

Recreate buttery, savory Texas Roadhouse Green Beans at home. This copycat recipe brings that classic side dish to your dinner table.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Contains meat, Gluten-Free (verify broth)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1.5 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
02 - 6 slices smoked bacon, thick-cut preferred
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Flavor Boosters

05 - 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
06 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tsp brown sugar
08 - 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked

→ Essential Seasoning

09 - Salt, to taste

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get that bacon sizzling! Chop it up into small pieces – I usually go for about half an inch – and toss it into a cold skillet. Let it slowly render and get super crispy over medium heat. This is where the magic starts, honestly. Don't rush it! I sometimes get impatient and crank the heat, only to end up with burnt bits and still-flabby bacon. Just let it do its thing. Once it’s golden and crispy, pull the bacon out with a slotted spoon, leaving all that glorious rendered fat behind. That fat is liquid gold, folks!
02 - Now, with that beautiful bacon fat still in the pan, toss in your chopped yellow onion. Sauté it until it’s soft and translucent, smelling absolutely incredible. This usually takes me about 5-7 minutes. Then, add your minced garlic and cook for just another minute until it’s fragrant. Be careful here; garlic burns fast, and there's nothing worse than bitter garlic. I've definitely scorched a batch or two in my day, thinking I could multitask. Nope, stay with it!
03 - Add your fresh green beans to the pan, along with the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Give it all a good stir, making sure those beans are nestled in the liquid. This is where the flavors really start to meld. I love watching the beans turn that vibrant green as they start to cook down. Bring it to a gentle simmer, cover the pan, and let those beans cook until they're tender-crisp. Mine usually take around 10-15 minutes, depending on how thick they are. Don't overcook them; we want a little bite!
04 - Once the beans are tender to your liking – not mushy, please! – remove the lid. Let the liquid reduce and concentrate, stirring occasionally. This step is key for getting that rich, saucy coating on your Texas Roadhouse Green Beans. I've definitely walked away from the stove here and come back to slightly too-dry beans. Stay close, give it a stir, and watch that broth thicken. It smells heavenly at this point, all savory and a little sweet.
05 - When most of the liquid has reduced and coated the beans beautifully, stir in your crispy bacon bits. Add a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper and a pinch of salt to taste. I always taste a bean or two here to make sure the seasoning is spot on. Sometimes, I add a little extra vinegar if I feel it needs a bit more brightness. It’s all about what tastes right to *you*! This is where you make it truly your own, hon.
06 - Transfer your glorious Texas Roadhouse Green Beans to a serving dish. They should be glistening, tender, and absolutely bursting with flavor. The bacon bits will be speckled throughout, adding texture and visual appeal. I often sprinkle a little extra fresh pepper on top for presentation. They look and smell just like the restaurant version, maybe even better because you made them yourself! Get ready for compliments, seriously.

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the bacon; it won't get crispy! I learned that the hard way.
02 - These green beans taste even better the next day, so make a big batch. Just reheat gently.
03 - No bacon? Smoked paprika can give a nice smoky hint, but honestly, bacon is where it's at.
04 - Serve these with some crusty bread to soak up all that incredible broth.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large skillet or Dutch oven
02 - slotted spoon
03 - cutting board
04 - knife

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 180
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 10g
Protein: 8g

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