Easy & Delicious Canned Green Beans Recipe
This easy canned green beans recipe is quick, budget-friendly, and full of flavor. With just butter, garlic, and a few seasonings, you can turn simple pantry beans into a tasty side dish in under 15 minutes. Perfect for weeknights, holidays, or meal prep!
Ingredients
Essential:
- 2 cans 14.5 oz each green beans, drained
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth optional
Optional Toppings:
- Crispy fried onions
- Halal parmesan cheese
- Fresh lemon juice
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the canned green beans under cold water.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the green beans and coat them with butter and garlic.
- Season with onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add broth (if using), cover, and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with optional fried onions, parmesan, or lemon juice.