Slow cooker green bean casserole with fresh green beans

Q: How do you keep green bean casserole from being runny?

If your topping is soggy, its probably because the casserole itself is too wet. Before you add your topping try to thicken the casserole up with flour or cornstarch so the topping sits on top and doesnt sink to the bottom.

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What We Love About This Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole Recipe
Ingredient Notes
Equipment Needed for this Holiday Dinner
How to Make Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole
STEP 1: STIR
STEP 2: TOP
Prep and Storage Tips for the Crockpot Green Bean Casserole Recipe
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE
Frequently Asked Questions about Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole Recipe
Expert Tips for Making This Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole Recipe
What to Serve with Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole
Recipes You Might Have Missed
Is green bean casserole better with canned or fresh?
How do you make Paula Deen's fresh green beans?
How do you keep green bean casserole from being runny?
How do you cut green beans for green bean casserole?

Prep: 5 minutes

Cook: 3 hours

Total: 3 hours 5 minutes

Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole is a time saving twist on a classic recipe but it is still full of that irresistible flavor that we love. No bowl needed bake in the oven. It is a real time saver.

This crock pot green bean casserole is the perfect way to multitask in the kitchen. Every Holiday it seems like we never have enough space in the oven space for what we need to cook.

This crock pot version of this family favorite recipe is the perfect way to save time and space and make it from scratch.

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What We Love About This Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole Recipe

This recipe is just part of Holiday tradition. You honestly can not make it any easier than this recipe. Campbell’s even has ten things you did not know about green bean casserole, see them here.

Easy: Just put it into your slow cooker, stir and set.
Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry, fridge or freezer.
Family Friendly: This is a family favorite during the holidays!
Adaptable: Can make it with low fat soup and skim milk.
Makes Great Leftovers: Who doesn’t love leftover Thanksgiving dinner.

Ingredient Notes

Green Beans: Can green beans, frozen green beans or fresh green beans.
Cream of Mushroom Soup: Campbell’s soup is what I use but you can use any brand that you wish.
Milk: Whole milk or skim milk will work.
Soy sauce: You can make a sodium free version or a vegan version for this side dish.
House Seasoning Blend: A perfect blend of garlic powder, onion powder salt and pepper.
French Fried Onions: Crispy fried onions make this dish.

Equipment Needed for this Holiday Dinner

Slow Cooker
Measuring Cups and Spoons

How to Make Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole

These are the basic steps for making campbell’s green bean casserole recipe. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.

STEP 1: STIR

First, pour soup, soy sauce, milk, black pepper, green beans and 1/2 cup of the French fried onions in a slow cooker and then stir to combine. Second, cook on low for 2 to three hours.

STEP 2: TOP

Finally, stir and top with remaining french fried onions, replace the lid and lastly cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Prep and Storage Tips for the Crockpot Green Bean Casserole Recipe

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME

Truly, there is no need to make this recipe ahead of time because by using the crock pot you can free up the stove.

HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will be wonderful for up to five days.

HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE

Yes, just like the traditional casserole it can be frozen, however you might want to add additional french fried onions to get that crisp top.

HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE

Indeed, it is safe to reheat green bean casserole in the microwave. As long as the vegetable side dish is reheated to an internal temperature to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole Recipe

CAN I SUBSTITUTE SOMETHING FOR THE SOY SAUCE?

Of course, coconut aminos sauce is a perfect replacement. It is soy-free, gluten-free, and vegan.

CAN FRENCH CUT GREENBEANS?

Yes, but it will change the texture. I like a thicker cut green bean recipe.

HOW TO MAKE CLEAN UP EASIER?

To make the clean up even easier do not forget to use a crock pot liner such as this one.

SHOULD I USE CANNED GREEN BEANS?

Truly, you can use frozen or fresh for this recipe, however, I find that the canned really taste the best.

Expert Tips for Making This Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Double: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately.
Add Bacon: Bacon bits or even ham pieces can be added to the recipe.
Alternate ingredient: If you are not a fan of mushroom soup mixture, Cream of Chicken Soup or cream of celery canned soup can be used.
Cheese: Try a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese to the top of the casserole.
Alternate cooking method tip: This recipe will of course work in the oven or even the instant pot.
Dietary consideration tip: Fat free soup and fat free milk can be used in this recipe.

What to Serve with Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole

Air Fryer Turkey Breast
Roasted Spicy Sweet Potatoes
Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

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3 14.5 oz cans green beans, drained
1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
3/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoons House Seasoning Blend
1 1/2 cups french fried onions

Combine soup, soy sauce, milk, black pepper, green beans and 1/2 cup of the French fried onions in a slow cooker.
Stir to combine.
Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until bubbly.
Stir the mixture and top with remaining French fried onions.
Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Double: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately.
Add Bacon: Bacon bits or even ham pieces can be added to the recipe.
Alternate ingredient: If you are not a fan of mushroom soup mixture, Cream of Chicken Soup or cream of celery canned soup can be used.
Cheese: Try a sprinkle of parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese to the top of the casserole.
Alternate cooking method tip: This recipe will of course work in the oven or even the instant pot.
Dietary consideration tip: Fat free soup and fat free milk can be used in this recipe.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: casserole, crock pot, green beans, slow cooker

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Is green bean casserole better with canned or fresh?

To kick things up a notch, I also use fresh green beans rather than canned ones because it gives the casserole the most refreshing flavor that's just to die for. That isn't to say that you can't use canned or frozen, if that's easier for you then go right on ahead!

How do you make Paula Deen's fresh green beans?

Add green beans to pan and sauté over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add boiling water to pan and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes, just until beans are tender. Add vinegar, butter and salt and pepper and stir.

How do you keep green bean casserole from being runny?

If your topping is soggy, it's probably because the casserole itself is too wet. Before you add your topping try to thicken the casserole up with flour or cornstarch so the topping sits on top and doesn't sink to the bottom.