Spicy Bacon Collard Greens

Name: Spicy Bacon Collard Greens
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Soul Food, Southern Recipes
Ingredients: 3 slices Bacon; 1 tsp Black Pepper; 3 cups Chicken Broth; 1 lb Collard Greens; 2 cloves Minced Garlic; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes; 1 tsp Salt; 1 whole Yellow Onion

Side Dish 🥗 Soul Food 🇺🇸Southern Recipes 🇺🇸 Low-Carb Sugar-Free Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free Whole30 Paleo 🦴Carnivore 🥩Comfort-Food

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

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!