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Cajun Smothered Green Beans
Cajun smothered green beans cooked low with onion and smoky seasoning until tender.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
10
min
Active Time
35
min
Total Time
6
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
A long, gentle simmer turns the beans silky and deeply savory. Onion and a little broth smother them with flavor as they soften.
Ingredients
Sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Vegetables
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 1½ lb green beans, trimmed
Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium and cook the onion 4 minutes.
2
Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3
Add green beans, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika and toss to coat.
4
Pour in the broth, cover, and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
5
Uncover and cook 2 minutes to reduce.
6
Top with green onions and serve.
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium and cook the onion 4 minutes.
2
Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3
Add green beans, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika and toss to coat.
4
Pour in the broth, cover, and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
5
Uncover and cook 2 minutes to reduce.
6
Top with green onions and serve.
Ingredients
Sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Vegetables
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 1½ lb green beans, trimmed
Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store up to 3 days.
Reheat:
Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth.
Swaps
No chicken broth? Use the same amount of vegetable broth.
Avo's Tip
Smothered green beans are meant to be soft, not crisp — give them time to slow-simmer.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Fresh or frozen beans?
Fresh hold up best for smothering; frozen work but soften faster.
Can I add meat?
Yes. Diced andouille or bacon adds smoky depth.
What goes with them?
Great alongside smothered chicken, pork chops, or fried fish.
Quick Fixes
Beans still squeaky: simmer longer until they're fully tender.
Too dry: add a splash more broth.
Want smoke: add a little diced andouille.
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