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    Bacon Ranch Brussel Sprouts

    Modified: Oct 17, 2023 Published: Feb 5, 2022 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    5 from 1 vote

    These bacon ranch brussel sprouts are a delicious and simple side dish that the whole family can enjoy. Made with just 5 ingredients this dish is as easy as it is delicious.

    Recipe: $7.35 | Per Serving: $1.23 | Servings: 6

    bacon ranch brussel sprouts in a pan.

    Looking for a fun way to spruce up your veggies? This bacon ranch brussels sprouts recipe is a surefire way to get everyone to eat their greens (and like it!)

    With ranch brussel sprouts you get a tangy flavor added to every savory bite and when you pair the soft onions, carmelized brussel sprouts, and crisp bacon, it's a winning dish that everyone will enjoy.

    We love brussel sprouts around here and it's one of the veggies my kids will gladly ask for more of, so having plenty of recipes to use them keeps us from getting bored.

    Check out this Sheet Pan Chicken, Brussel Sprouts and Potatoes as well as our Sheet Pan Sausages and Brussel Sprouts.

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    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🧾 Substitutions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🔪 Instructions for Bacon Ranch Brussel Sprouts
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 🥬 Brussel Sprouts Prep
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Side Dish Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. It's quick. This is a great side dish to make when you're in a hurry and needing something fast.
    2. Minimal ingredients. You really won't need much to make these brussel sprouts taste good. This is great for cutting your grocery budget or maintaining a small shopping list.
    3. It pairs well with anything. You can serve this recipe up with your next Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Carrots, honey orange glazed ham, or dry brined Thanksgiving turkey, and it's sure to be enjoyed no matter what.

    🥘 Ingredients

    ingredients needed to make bacon ranch brussel sprouts.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Brussel sprouts- You will need fresh brussel sprouts that have been washed and trimmed. If you still have fresh brussel sprouts on hand, be sure to check out our Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Carrots and Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts and Bacon.

    Bacon strips- Bacon adds a salty chewy touch to this dish that pairs perfectly with everything else.

    Ranch seasoning mix- Use a packet of ranch seasoning mix, this will provide all of the seasonings we want in a convenient packet.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🧾 Substitutions

    Bacon: Instead of using bacon strips you can use ½ cup of bacon bits.

    Bacon grease: You can replace the reserved bacon grease with additional olive oil.

    📖 Variations

    Make it a Full Meal: Add cooked chicken to this side dish. Stir in chopped cooked chicken before adding the ranch mix. The sprouts' heat will warm up the chicken, creating a balanced dish. Leftover rotisserie chicken is ideal for this!

    Raw Chicken Option: For a fresher twist, use raw chicken. Add 1 pound (or one breast) of one-inch cubed raw chicken to the pan after removing the bacon. Cook until golden and no longer pink inside. Set aside before continuing to cook the sprouts.

    Reintroduce the cooked chicken before adding the ranch mix. If using raw chicken, consider using a larger pan or halving the brussel sprout recipe.

    🔪 Instructions for Bacon Ranch Brussel Sprouts

    Step 1: Heat a 12 inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until warm.

    4 strips of raw bacon in a cast iron skillet.

    Step 2: Add in the bacon strips and cook until crisp on both sides. Remove bacon and drain all but 1 tablespoon of grease from the pan. When bacon is cool enough to handle, chop into tiny bits.

    cooked diced onions in a cast iron skillet.

    Step 3: Add in your diced onions and cook for about 1 minute until soft.

    chopped brussel sprouts in a cast iron skillet.

    Step 4: Add in the brussel sprouts and olive oil.

    cooked brussel sprouts in a cast iron skillet.

    Step 5: Cook until the brussel sprouts are browned and softened. This will take about 15-20 minutes. Remember to stir occasionally to prevent burning.

    Brussels sprouts in cast iron with bacon, dry ranch seasoning atop.

    Step 6: Stir in the ranch seasoning mix and bacon bits. Toss well to combine.

    Step 7: Remove from heat.

    Serve warm

    bacon ranch brussel sprouts in a cast iron pan.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    Adjustable Recipe. This recipe is flexible and can be adapted to fit different serving sizes. It makes enough for a large group or leftovers. But if you're cooking for fewer people or want a smaller portion, just halve the recipe. This way, you can make the perfect amount without any excess.

    🥬 Brussel Sprouts Prep

    To prepare the Brussels sprouts, wash them thoroughly in a colander under cool running water. Drain on a towel, then trim off the woody ends.

    Stand the sprouts upright on a cutting board and slice them into quarters. If they're smaller than quarters, halving is enough. You can discard or use the loose leaves.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    Are these brussel sprouts dairy free?

    To make this dish dairy free all you would need to do is look at the back of your ranch seasoning packet and be sure to grab one that does not contain dairy as a listed ingredient.
    There are a lot of options for dairy free ranch seasonings but there are also quite a few brands that have dairy as a listed ingredient so it's important to double check when shopping.

    How to reheat brussel sprouts with bacon

    To reheat this side dish you can either microwave a serving on a plate for 1-2 minutes (the bacon will be soft) or you can reheat it over medium heat on the stove. This will give you a more crisp texture. Cook until warmed through.

    What kind of meat goes well with brussel sprouts?

    We serve brussel sprouts with just about anything because it's such a popular veggie around here! We love to serve it up with chicken and pork the most.
    Anything from chicken drumsticks to a simple pork roast works wonderfully but you can also serve brussel sprouts up with your holiday meats like ham and turkey too.

    Should you cut brussel sprouts in half before cooking?

    To prepare Brussels sprouts efficiently, consider halving or quartering them. This reduces their size, leading to faster cooking times.

    a metal spoon holding up a scoop of bacon ranch brussel sprouts.

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    If you tried these Bacon Ranch Brussel Sprouts, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

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    Bacon Ranch Brussel Sprouts

    These brussel sprouts are a delicious and simple side dish that the whole family can enjoy. Made with just 5 ingredients this dish is as easy as it is delicious.
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 152kcal
    Cost Recipe $7.35 / Serving $1.23
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    Equipment

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    • 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet
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    Ingredients

    • 4 slices bacon ($0.40)
    • 1 Tablespoon reserved bacon grease ($0.00)
    • ½ cup onion, diced ($0.46)
    • 2 pound brussel sprouts, quartered ($5.96)
    • 2-3 Tablespoons olive oil ($0.28)
    • 2 Tablespoons ranch seasoning mix ($0.25)
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    Instructions

    • Heat a 12 inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until warm.
    • Add in the bacon strips and cook until crisp on both sides. Remove bacon and drain all but 1 tablespoon of grease from the pan. When bacon is cool enough to handle, chop into tiny bits.
    • Add in your diced onions and cook for about 1 minute until soft.
    • Add in the brussel sprouts and olive oil. Cook until the brussel sprouts are browned and softened. This will take about 15-20 minutes. Remember to stir occasionally to prevent burning.
    • Stir in the ranch seasoning mix and bacon bits. Toss well to combine.
    • Remove from heat. Serve warm

    Notes

    This recipe can be scaled. If desired, you can scale the recipe in half.
    To make this dish dairy free: Use a ranch seasoning packet that does not contain dairy. Double check this by looking at the ingredient label on the back of the packet.
    To reheat: Reheat on a plate in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or over medium heat on the stove until warmed through.
    Storage: Keep this recipe stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 608mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1140IU | Vitamin C: 130mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
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