Cajun Smothered Green Beans & Potatoes Recipe
Cajun Smothered Green Beans & Potatoes is a Southern favorite made with green beans, potatoes, and a flavorful roux. With rich Cajun seasoning, thyme, garlic, and hot sauce, this dish is perfect as a side for family dinners. Keywords: Cajun green beans, smothered potatoes, Southern green beans recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup avocado/vegetable oil
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 white onion, chopped
- 2 tsp low sodium Cajun seasoning
- 2 tsp dry thyme
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp sugar
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken stock (32 oz)
- 1 cup water
- 2 lbs green beans, stems snapped and halved
- 1 lb red or russet potatoes, quartered or halved
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Louisiana hot sauce
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat, then whisk in flour to make a roux. Stir until golden brown.
- Add the onion and cook until softened. Stir in Cajun seasoning, thyme, salt, pepper, sugar, red pepper flakes, and garlic.
- Slowly whisk in chicken stock and water, bringing to a simmer.
- Add green beans and potatoes. Cook for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Stir in butter and hot sauce. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Russet potatoes can be used for a creamier texture.
- Fresh or frozen green beans both work well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg