I’m not sure if it’s really Thanksgiving without this creamy, savory green bean casserole! Along with Roast Turkey and Herb Stuffing, I think this is a necessity. This truly is the best green bean casserole recipe, and so simple to make, even on the busiest of days.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
If you want to make it in the oven from scratch, find my creamy green bean casserole recipe here!
Ingredients in Crockpot Green Bean Casserole
You need a few simple ingredients to make a green bean casserole: Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Green Beans: In this recipe I used french cut frozen green beans. You can also use regular cut frozen beans. Before starting, thaw the green beans completely and drain off any liquid.Cream Soup: I’ve found that using one can of cream of mushroom and one can of cream of chicken soup gives me the best flavor.Seasonings: Minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and black pepper give this casserole a little something extra. No need to add salt, as the soup and the onions already have a lot added.Worcestershire Sauce: This hard to pronounce condiment gives a savory, meaty, umami flavor that makes it perfect for serving with roasts. Parmesan Cheese: I like to add grated parmesan cheese to my crockpot green bean casserole. It gives more flavor and additional creaminess. French Fried Onions: Usually these come in a paper can, or sometimes in a bag near the salad dressings or canned vegetables. They are the star of the show – crispy, salty, savory, and perfect to top this casserole! To take your casserole to the next level, make these crispy fried onions at home! They’re so easy to make and taste much better than the store-bought version.
How to Make Green Bean Casserole in a Slow Cooker
My Best Green Bean Casserole Tips
Start with the Green Beans. You can use any type of green beans that you like. Frozen beans, either regular or french cut, canned green beans, or even fresh, blanched green beans can be used. Whichever type you choose, make sure that the beans are thawed if necessary and drained of all extra liquid. Onions go inside and out. Adding a small amount of french fried onions into the green bean and soup mixture is the best and easiest way to thicken it. The starches in the onions do a great job of it. Substitute for Parmesan. You can use sharp cheddar, gruyere, or any other favorite cheese to amp up the flavor of this casserole.
What to serve with green bean casserole
This dish is obviously best suited to accompany a Thanksgiving feast! You can see all of my Thanksgiving recipes here, but let me give you some of my favorites so that you can start planning your big meal. For a classic Thanksgiving meal, serve green bean casserole with Roast Turkey, Buttery Herb Stuffing, mashed potatoes, and my Best Cranberry Sauce. Want to try some less common side dishes? Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad, and Twice Baked Potatoes will be sure to impress! Ready for dessert? Serve homemade Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Sweet Potato Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, NY Style Cheesecake, or simple Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. Whether you’re cooking a Thanksgiving feast, or just making a nice family dinner, Crockpot Green Bean Casserole is a simple, well-loved side dish that everyone will enjoy. © Little Sunny Kitchen
