Garlic Bacon Broccoli Skillet – Your new favorite side dish! Shredded broccoli and crispy bacon are pan-fried with cheddar and spices for a quick and flavorful side dish. This garlic bacon broccoli skillet is guaranteed to convert ANY non-veggie lovers to fall head over heels. Bonus: It’s Keto-friendly, low-carb, and gluten-free. Enjoy!
Ingredients list for the Pan-Fried Garlic Bacon Broccoli
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or ghee)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/2 pound (220 g) crispy bacon, cleaned
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 2 tablespoons low sodium vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Tips for the Garlic Bacon Broccoli Skillet recipe
- How to choose the best broccoli: Look for firm, green heads of broccoli with no yellow blemishes.
- Try this recipe with cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, or shredded cabbage instead of broccoli.
Can we use frozen broccoli for this recipe?
Yes, but keep in mind that frozen vegetables render a lot of water. So make sure to thaw broccoli overnight and drain well before shredding in the food processor, otherwise, it might turn into a mush.
How and how long to keep the garlic bacon broccoli skillet leftovers?
You can keep the bacon broccoli leftover for 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove with a few drops of water to loosen the sauce.
Directions
1. To make the Garlic Bacon Broccoli Skillet: Put broccoli florets into a food processor and pulse two or three times until you get coarse broccoli rice.
2. Heat the butter and oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion until softened (about 3 minutes).
3. Add the riced broccoli and cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring from time to time.
3. Once broccoli is crisp-tender, add cheddar and bacon to the skillet. Cook until the mixture is golden and slightly caramelized – about 8-10 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable stock and cook for 2 minutes, to reduce the sauce slightly. Add more stock to deglaze if necessary.
5. Add thyme, 1 tablespoon of parsley, and garlic. Cook the broccoli, bacon, and cheddar for half a minute until fragrant. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle with remaining parsley and serve the Garlic Bacon Broccoli Skillet immediately. Enjoy!
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How did it turn out?
Recipe was easy to follow and tasted great! We didn't have a food processor so we used our blender and put the broccoli on the low pulse setting for roughly 30 seconds. We also pre-cooked the bacon for a little bit in the air fryer then put it in the mixture because we weren't sure lol
