Copycat Texas Roadhouse Green Beans (Easy Side)

Texas Roadhouse green beans are the savory, Southern-style side that disappears fast – tender beans simmered with smoky bacon and onion. This copycat recipe recreates that comforting flavor at home with just a handful of ingredients.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Savory, smoky, and comforting
• Just a handful of pantry ingredients
• Great alongside steak, chicken, or pork
• Tastes just like the Texas Roadhouse side

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Green Beans

A copycat of Texas Roadhouse green beans - tender beans slow-simmered with bacon, onion, and a seasoned broth for that savory, comforting flavor.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 cans cut green beans 14.5 oz each, drained
• 4 strips bacon chopped
• 1/4 onion diced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste

Equipment

• Saucepan or pot

Method

 

1. In a pot over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it starts to crisp.
2. Add the diced onion and cook 3 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the chicken broth, sugar, garlic powder, pepper, and salt, and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the drained green beans, reduce the heat to low, and simmer 20-25 minutes until tender and flavorful.
5. Taste, adjust the seasoning, and serve warm with some of the broth.

Notes

Canned green beans give the soft, Southern-style texture the restaurant serves. Simmering them in bacon and broth is what builds the savory flavor.

Tips for the Best Texas Roadhouse Green Beans

• Canned green beans give the authentic soft, Southern texture
• Simmer long enough for the beans to soak up the bacon flavor
• A spoonful of sugar balances the savory broth
• Use the bacon drippings – that is where the flavor lives

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate in an airtight container with some of the broth for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

Variations to Try

• Use fresh green beans for a firmer bite, simmering a bit longer
• Add a splash of apple cider vinegar for brightness
• Toss in a smoked ham hock for extra depth

Frequently Asked Questions

What green beans does Texas Roadhouse use?

The restaurant serves soft, Southern-style green beans. Canned cut green beans give the closest texture at home.

Can I use fresh green beans?

Yes, but simmer them longer – about 35-40 minutes – to reach that tender, restaurant-style texture.

What goes with these green beans?

They pair perfectly with steak, fried chicken, pork chops, or any comfort-food main.

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