Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon 🥔🥬🥓
Looking for the ultimate comfort food side dish that brings together tender veggies, crispy bacon, and the irresistible flavor of ranch? This Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon recipe is hearty, savory, and packed with down-home flavor. Perfect for family dinners, BBQs, or potlucks—it’s one of those dishes where everyone comes back for seconds.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces 🥬
- 4 cups baby potatoes (or 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced) 🥔
- 6 slices bacon, chopped 🥓
- 1 onion, diced 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix 🌿
- 1 cup chicken broth 🍗
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary 🌿
- Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, if needed) 🫒
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. 🥓🔥
Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set it aside. Leave the flavorful drippings in the pan.
2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics
Add diced onion to the bacon drippings. Sauté until softened (~5 minutes). 🧅🍳
Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant. 🧄👃
3️⃣ Cook the Potatoes
Stir in the diced potatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown. 🥔
4️⃣ Add Green Beans & Seasonings
Add the green beans, ranch seasoning, thyme, and rosemary. 🌿🧂
Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a simmer. 🍗💧
5️⃣ Simmer Until Tender
Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and green beans are tender. ⏲️
6️⃣ Finish with Bacon
Stir in the crispy bacon. 🥓
Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. 🧂
7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Serve hot as a comforting, hearty side dish. 🍽️
Pairs perfectly with grilled meats, roast chicken, or as a star on your next holiday table.
✅ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Full of Flavor: Smoky bacon, creamy ranch, fragrant herbs.
- Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples, nothing fancy—just good cooking.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, family dinners.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Make It Spicy: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño with the onions. 🌶️
- Vegetarian Version: Skip the bacon and use olive oil; add smoked paprika for a smoky note.
- Extra Creamy: Stir in ¼ cup sour cream or a splash of heavy cream at the end.
🥄 Final Thought
Comfort food doesn’t get better than this. Whether you’re serving it next to a roast or piling it on your plate at a BBQ, Country Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon is satisfying, simple, and seriously delicious. Try it once—you’ll be making it on repeat.
Enjoy every savory bite! 🥔🥬🥓