Loaded Green Bean Casserole With Garlic Butter Crumb
This loaded green bean casserole with garlic butter crumb bakes into a creamy, tender dish with a golden, crisp topping. The green beans stay soft but structured, the sauce thickens into a smooth base, and the buttery crumb adds a crunchy finish that makes it feel special on both holiday tables and everyday dinners.
Equipment
- Casserole dish 9×13-inch
- Large skillet
- Large pot
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon
- Colander
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 ½ pounds fresh green beans trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup mozzarella shredded
- ½ cup white cheddar shredded
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
For the Garlic Butter Crumb
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 clove garlic grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook 4 to 5 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain well and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle in the flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, then add the heavy cream. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the mozzarella and white cheddar and stir until melted. Fold in the blanched green beans and crispy fried onions until coated.
- In a small bowl, mix the panko, melted butter, grated garlic, salt, and pepper until evenly moistened.
- Preheat the oven to 375℉. Spread the green bean mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and sprinkle the garlic butter crumb across the top.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes until the top is golden and the edges are bubbling. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Blanching the green beans keeps them bright and prevents a mushy texture.
- If the sauce thickens too much, splash in a tablespoon of broth to loosen it.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, add an extra half clove to the crumb mixture.
- Replace mozzarella with Monterey Jack for a slightly richer melt.
