Sautéed Bacon and Brussels Sprouts

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Sautéed Bacon and Brussels Sprouts

Crispy sautéed bacon and Brussels sprouts cooked in one skillet for a simple side dish full of flavor. Ready in 15 minutes, this stovetop veggie side is ideal for weeknight dinners and holidays.

Course Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 90kcal

Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

2 slices bacon diced
1 medium onion diced
30 Brussels sprouts trimmed and quartered
½ cup chicken broth low sodium
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Heat a large saute pan over medium-high and spray with non-stick spray.
Cook bacon pieces in the pan until crispy then remove with slotted spoon and place on a plate with a paper towel.
Add diced onion and saute in reserved bacon fat for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
Add quartered brussels to the pan and saute additional 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Pour chicken broth into the pan and bring to a boil. Simmer 10 minutes or until brussels are tender. Add more broth if needed.
Toss with reserved bacon and fresh lemon juice before serving.
Check for seasoning and add salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

Another great version of the same dish is my Oven Roasted Brussels and Bacon. If you want to prep the dish ahead, save some bacon pieces to sprinkle on top right before serving for a nice crunch.

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