Southern Green Beans with Potatoes, Bacon, and Sausage is a hearty one-pan meal made with fresh green beans, tender red potatoes, smoky bacon, and savory sausage.
This is one of those old-fashioned meals that reminds me of home cooking. I love how the bacon and sausage add so much flavor to the green beans and potatoes. It’s simple, hearty, and always satisfying!
Why I Love This Recipe
- One-Pan Meal: Easy cooking and cleanup.
- Loaded with Flavor: Bacon and sausage add a delicious smoky taste.
- Hearty & Filling: Green beans, potatoes, and sausage make a satisfying meal.
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Bacon: Adds smoky flavor and delicious drippings.
- Sausage: I use hot sausage for extra flavor.
- Fresh Green Beans: Trim the ends before cooking.
- Onion & Garlic: Add savory flavor.
- Chicken Broth: Helps cook the vegetables.
- Red Potatoes: Cut into bite-sized cubes.
- Seasonings: Garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Hot Pepper Flakes: Optional for extra heat.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Southern Green Beans with Potatoes, Bacon, and Sausage
Cook the Bacon: Cut bacon into 1-inch pieces and cook in a large skillet until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon, leaving the grease in the pan.
Sauté: Add onion and garlic to the bacon grease. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Brown the Sausage: Add sausage and cook until browned.
Add Vegetables: Stir in cubed potatoes, green beans, chicken broth, and seasonings.
Simmer: Cover and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes and green beans are tender and the sausage is fully cooked.
Finish: Stir the crispy bacon back into the pan and serve.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Bacon Grease: Leave some in the pan for extra flavor.
- Potatoes: Cut into even pieces so they cook evenly.
- Sausage: Use hot or mild sausage, depending on your preference.
- Seasonings: Start with less salt and pepper, then adjust to taste.
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Green Beans with Bacon, Potatoes, and Sausage
Southern Green Beans with Potatoes, Bacon, and Sausage is a hearty one-pan meal packed with smoky flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 pound Sausage ( I used Hot)
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 clove chopped garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 pounds cubed red potatoes
- 1 tbs garlic powder
- 1 tbs salt
- 1 tbs pepper
- 1 tbs hot pepper flakes *optional*
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon, leaving the grease in the pan.
- Add onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in cubed potatoes, green beans, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and green beans are tender and the sausage is fully cooked.
- Stir the crispy bacon back into the skillet and serve.
Notes
Use hot or mild sausage to adjust the spice level. Start with less salt and pepper, then season to taste. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of your potatoes.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 575Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 12gUnsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 1613mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 6gSugar: 5gProtein: 34g
I can’t wait to make this!!! It looks so good!!!!! Unfortunately I have a very crammed full icebox due to Memorial Day BBQ but I will definitely make this! Yet another great-looking recipe for the queue! Thanks for it and I know I’ll love it!
what kind of sausage? Is it Italian?