Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole
A cozy and comforting green bean casserole made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 165 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Green beans (fresh trimmed, frozen thawed, or canned drained well)
- Cream of mushroom soup (or your favorite homemade substitute)
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (for a creamier texture)
- Milk (just a splash to loosen the sauce)
- Soy sauce (small amount for flavor, optional)
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder or onion powder (optional)
- French fried onions
Instructions
- Prep the green beans. If using fresh, blanch them for about 4 to 5 minutes, then drain. If using canned, drain extremely well and pat dry.
- Mix the sauce. In a bowl, stir together cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, soy sauce, and pepper. Add onion powder if desired.
- Combine in the slow cooker. Lightly grease the insert, add green beans, pour sauce over, and stir gently until coated.
- Cook on LOW for about 2 to 3 hours. Avoid cooking for too long if using canned beans.
- Add a small handful of fried onions for flavor and sprinkle more on top. Cover for 10 to 15 minutes to allow them to soften slightly.
- Optional step: Spoon the casserole into a baking dish and broil for 2 to 3 minutes for a crunchier top.
Notes
Drain beans really well, and remember to keep the cook time reasonable. Layer the onions for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: green bean casserole, slow cooker, holiday side dish, comfort food