Description
Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon is the ultimate comfort food that elevates any meal. This hearty side dish features vibrant green beans and tender baby potatoes, all beautifully seasoned with ranch flavor and complemented by crispy bacon. Perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a dish that’s not only satisfying but also packed with essential nutrients. Whether served alongside grilled meats or as a standalone vegetarian option, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 4 cups baby potatoes (diced)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, reserving the drippings.
- Sauté diced onion in the bacon drippings until translucent, about 3–5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add diced baby potatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes until they start to brown.
- Stir in trimmed green beans, ranch seasoning mix, thyme, rosemary, and chicken broth. Mix well.
- Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in crispy bacon pieces and season with salt and pepper before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg