These Crispy Baked Green Beans are easy and virtually fail-proof! Looking for a quick and healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal? You're only a few simple ingredients away from a tasty creation that's both nutritious and delicious. Whether you're preparing a family dinner or a solo meal, this easy side dish is the perfect complement to just about anything on your plate.

During our catering days, I used to prepare these green beans for hundreds of people, and they were always a crowd favorite. They paired perfectly with just about anything we served and were consistently a hit at every event. If you're wondering what to serve these crispy delights with, check out The Perfect Prime Rib, Smoked Meatloaf, or the Crispy Chicken Tenders. You can't go wrong with this side!

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Ingredients
What is FRENCH GREEN BEAN?
Instructions for Crispy BAked Green Beans
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Ingredients

With simple, easy-to-find ingredients, this side dish is a no-brainer to whip up!

Simple Ingredients

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt, Pepper and Garlic Powder
French Green Beans

See recipe card for quantities.

What is FRENCH GREEN BEAN?

Think of French Green Beans as the taller and thinner member of the Green Bean family. They are also said to be more tender because they are picked earlier than regular green beans. This also means, more flavor! Because they are 'skinnier', they are able to crisp up more easily in the baking process. Winner winner, Green Beans for Dinner!

Instructions for Crispy BAked Green Beans

Although there's not much to this recipe, but that first step is the most important. ;).

If you don't have a convection setting on your oven, don't fret. Bake normally and then broil for 2-3 minutes.

Set up and season

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F on a Convection Setting.

Step 2: Season green beans with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder.

Bake Green Beans

Step 3: Bake on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for 45 minutes. Stir green beans around every 15 minutes.

Step 4: Serve with your favorite main course or just enjoy as a crispy snack!

Substitutions and additions

Green Beans are so easy to season and customize! See below for some more options.

Garlic Powder - You can use real cloves for a stronger garlic taste, but make sure you mince it as finely as you can for seasoning. If you like to enjoy a roasted garlic bite...leave chunky pieces ;). We're big garlic fans in this house!
Green Beans - Can use canned green beans but it's harder to get the 'crispy' effect.
Spice it up - I nice spice kick is great with this side dish! Add in crushed red pepper flakes for another level of greatness.
Italian Seasoning - Although salt, pepper and garlic work great...We've also made this Italian Seasoning mixtures and it's been perfect when pairing it with an Italian dish. The courses pair perfectly together! Have some fun with it and throw some oregano in there!

Equipment

Sheet Pan - You don't need fancy sheet pans to make this recipe work. Grab the size that fits your needs and let's get cookin!
Sheet Pan Liners - If you hate fighting with the parchment paper roll like I do, these are for you!
SPG - This Salt, Pepper and Garlic seasoning stays out on my counter! It's used in all my everyday cooking.

Storage

Best eaten fresh while crispy, but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Place in the oven at 350°F for 7-10 minutes or in an air fryer for reheating.

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