Imagine transforming ordinary green beans into a mouthwatering side dish that will have your family begging for seconds - without spending hours in the kitchen! This Instant Pot Green Bean Casserole is the game-changing recipe you've been searching for, delivering restaurant-quality flavor in a fraction of the traditional cooking time. Whether you're a busy home cook or a kitchen novice, this foolproof method will make you look like a culinary genius with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and trim fresh green beans, cutting them into roughly 2-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Pour cream of mushroom soup and milk into the Instant Pot, whisking together until smooth and well combined.
- Add trimmed green beans to the soup mixture, gently stirring to coat all beans evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Season the green bean mixture with salt and pepper, adjusting to your taste preferences.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to "sealing" position.
- Select the "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" setting and set the timer for 3 minutes on high pressure.
- Once cooking cycle completes, perform a quick release of the pressure to prevent overcooking.
- Carefully open the lid and stir the green beans to ensure even coating with the sauce.
- Transfer the green bean mixture to a serving dish and top generously with fried onions.
- Optional: For a crispier topping, place the dish under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until onions are golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow sauce to set slightly.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Green Beans: For the best texture and flavor, select crisp, bright green beans without blemishes.
- Don't Overcook: The 3-minute pressure cook time is crucial - it keeps beans tender-crisp and prevents mushy results.
- Quick Pressure Release: Immediately release pressure after cooking to stop the cooking process and maintain bean texture.
- Customize Your Seasoning: Experiment with garlic powder, onion powder, or dried herbs to enhance the base flavor.
- Crispy Topping Hack: For extra crunch, briefly broil the casserole to golden perfection after adding fried onions.
- Make Ahead Friendly: You can prepare this dish up to a day in advance and reheat just before serving.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute milk with unsweetened almond or oat milk for a lactose-free version.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
