Easy Slow Cooked Green Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole is always a family favorite over the holidays, and people who like the classic version are going to adore this cheesy slow cooked version! And do I ever mean cheesy since there are three types of cheeses, including Colby Jack, cheddar, and Parmesan in this casserole. The green beans are tender without being mushy, the bacon adds depth of flavor you just can’t help but love, and the cheese lovers among us will adore the cheese sauce that smothers it all. There’s also a creaminess to the dish thanks to sour cream while fried onions garnish and finish off the dish with the perfect amount of crispiness and light crunch. Whether you’re making this side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, family get-togethers, or a special event, it’s so nice that the cheesy green bean casserole cooks in your slow cooker to free up valuable oven space. Served alongside Easy Foolproof Roasted Turkey or Slow Cooker Pork Loin (recipe coming in December), this is an easy holiday side dish that will make everyone gobble up their green beans!
Ingredients in Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole
For this family-favorite comfort food casserole, you’ll need the following common fridge and pantry ingredients:
Green beans – fresh is best Ice water bath Butter Yellow onion Garlic All-purpose flour – substitute with 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder to make gluten-free Chicken broth 2% milk – whole milk works, too Shredded Colby Jack cheese Shredded cheddar cheese Finely grated Parmesan cheese Heavy cream Smoked paprika – or regular paprika Dried thyme Salt Pepper Cooked bacon – any kind Crispy fried onions
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make Green Bean Casserole in a Slow Cooker
Make-Ahead Instructions
If you want to make this ahead of time in your slow cooker at home, and then bring it to an event, go for it! Major tip, friends, do not place the lid back on the slow cooker or the crispy fried onions will get soggy from the moisture and condensation that will accumulate on the underside of the lid. It can then can drip down onto the onions and make them mushy.
Assemble and cook the casserole as instructed. Seal the reserved bacon and fried onions in separate containers for now. Unplug your slow cooker, put it in your car, and plug it in at your friend or family member’s home to reheat. When ready to serve, top with the reserved bacon and fried onions.
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