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This image shows crockpot green beans served in a white round bowl, tossed in a flavorful mix of chicken broth, garlic, and butter, and topped with freshly chopped cilantro for a vibrant finish.

Crockpot Green Beans Recipe

This Crockpot Green Beans recipe is a simple, flavorful side dish made with fresh green beans, sautéed onions, and garlic, all slow-cooked in savory chicken broth. Perfect for effortless meal prep, it delivers tender, well-seasoned green beans with minimal effort and maximum taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 87 kcal

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cup
  • 3.5-quart or larger slow cooker
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 2 Cloves Garlic (Minced)
  • 14½ oz Chicken Broth
  • 2 lbs Fresh Green Beans Washed And Trimmed
  • 1 Medium Yellow Onion Diced

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
    This image shows butter melting in a skillet, the first step in creating a rich, flavorful base for the crockpot green beans.
  • Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent, about 7 to 10 minutes.
    This image shows chopped onions and minced garlic being sautéed in butter until fragrant, adding depth and aroma to the dish.
  • Place fresh green beans into a 3.5-quart or larger slow cooker, then add the sautéed onions and garlic on top.
    This image shows fresh green beans being placed into the slow cooker, ready to soak up the savory flavors of the broth and seasonings.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
    This image shows chicken broth being poured over the green beans in the slow cooker, infusing them with rich, savory goodness.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Once cooked, season the green beans with salt and pepper according to your taste.
    This image shows salt and pepper being sprinkled over the cooked green beans, enhancing their flavor before serving.
  • Stir gently before serving and enjoy this comforting dish.
    This image shows the green beans being stirred to evenly distribute the seasonings, then served with a garnish of fresh cilantro for a bright, fresh finish.

Notes

  • Toss in some cooked, crumbled bacon before serving for texture.
  • You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make this dish vegetarian.
  • If you prefer your green beans with a little crunch, reduce the cooking time by 30 minutes.