Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole is a deliciously easy side dish perfect for any family dinner or holiday gathering. This casserole features fresh green beans smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with crispy bacon and crunchy fried onions for a comforting texture contrast. It’s homemade with simple pantry staples and can be prepared in under 40 minutes. If you’re looking to complete your meal, pair it with my Creamy Mushroom Pork Chops Recipe for a satisfying dinner everyone will love.
Why You'll Love Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish
Savor our Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole recipe—easy, homemade, and bursting with crispy bacon and creamy goodness. Perfect for any family meal.
- Rich, creamy texture balanced by crispy bacon and onions
- Quick and easy to prepare with pantry staples
- Perfect family-friendly side for weeknights or holidays
- Made with fresh green beans for a healthier touch
Ingredients for Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish
Green beans: fresh green beans are best for crisp texture; frozen can be used but drain wellBacon: smoky thick-cut bacon adds flavor; turkey bacon works for a lighter option
- Green beans: fresh green beans are best for crisp texture; frozen can be used but drain well
- Bacon: smoky thick-cut bacon adds flavor; turkey bacon works for a lighter option
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Prepare green beans: Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Cook bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon bits and set aside; leave about 1 tbsp bacon fat in skillet.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Make creamy sauce: Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the skillet with bacon fat. Heat gently, stirring until smooth and heated through.
Expert Tips for Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish
- Blanching green beans keeps them crisp and bright.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a smoky crunch.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking bacon to crisp evenly.
Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish
Savor our Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole recipe—easy, homemade, and bursting with crispy bacon and creamy goodness. Perfect for any family meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra crispy bacon bits
Instructions
How to Make Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole
- Prepare green beans: Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Cook bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon bits and set aside; leave about 1 tbsp bacon fat in skillet.
- Make creamy sauce: Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the skillet with bacon fat. Heat gently, stirring until smooth and heated through.
- Combine and bake: In a baking dish, mix blanched green beans, creamy sauce, half the bacon, and half the shredded cheese. Top with remaining cheese and crispy fried onions. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top. Garnish with reserved bacon bits and parsley if desired.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Bacon Loaded Green Bean Casserole – Easy Homemade Comfort Side Dish FAQs
Yes! Assemble the casserole a day in advance, keep it covered in the fridge, and bake just before serving.
You can use homemade cream sauce or substitute with cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
Cover and refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 3 days.
Overcooking green beans or skipping blanching can cause sogginess—blanch beans briefly and drain well.
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