Smothered Green Beans and Potatoes with Turkey Bacon Bliss
A delightful Cajun-style dish featuring tender green beans and potatoes, complemented by the savory flavor of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Vegetable
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet, sautéing until translucent.
- Add the potatoes, green beans, Cajun seasoning, and chicken broth to the skillet.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir the cooked turkey bacon back into the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be made vegetarian by omitting the turkey bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 480 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 milligrams
Keywords: Smothered Green Beans, Potatoes, Cajun, Turkey Bacon