Spicy Bacon Collard Greens
Spicy Bacon Collard Greens bring together silky, slow-simmered greens with smoky bacon, sweet onion, and a gentle kick of red pepper. The broth infuses every bite with rich, savory depth, making it a comforting side for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Serve alongside roasted meats or cornbread when you want a bold, soulful vegetable dish.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Bacon Collard Greens, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 9
- Heart Health
- 66
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Warm the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon, crumble it, and return it to the pan.
- 3
Add the onion to the pan and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until just fragrant. Add the collard greens and fry until they begin to wilt.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Lower the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the greens are tender, about 45 minutes.
- 5
Taste and add more red pepper flakes for extra heat, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Calories 170.54 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 11.02 g Good Source 22%
- Carbohydrate 13.2 g 5%
- Total Fat 8.47 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 1.95 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 24.19 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 733.37 mg High 32%
- Dietary Fiber 1.91 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 2.36 g --
- Added Sugars 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 23.39 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.04 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 309.84 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 95.94 mcg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin C 7.88 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spicy Bacon Collard Greens is made with 9 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, and Collard Greens. Each serving provides about 170.54 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Bacon Collard Greens made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Collard Greens, Minced Garlic. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Bacon Collard Greens?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 170.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Bacon Collard Greens easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Spicy Bacon Collard Greens healthy?
- Spicy Bacon Collard Greens has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 170.54 calories and 11.02 g of protein, or 22% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 733.37 mg (32% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.95 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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