Bacon-Brown Sugar Brussels Sprouts

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Bacon-Brown Sugar Brussels Sprouts
28 min.
8
180kcal

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If you're looking for a dish that combines savory and sweet in the most delightful way, our Bacon-Brown Sugar Brussels Sprouts are sure to impress! This delightful recipe marries the rich, smoky flavor of crispy bacon with the natural sweetness of brown sugar, transforming humble Brussels sprouts into a crowd-pleasing side dish or even a satisfying main course. Plus, this dish is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for various dietary preferences.

Ready in just 28 minutes, this recipe serves eight, making it perfect for a family dinner or a friendly gathering. As the Brussels sprouts cook in the luscious bacon drippings, they soak up all the delicious flavors, resulting in tender, caramelized bites that are hard to resist. The addition of chicken broth ensures every sprout is infused with flavor, while the sprinkle of crumbled bacon on top adds that extra crunch and savory goodness that makes this dish truly stand out.

Whether you're serving it alongside a hearty meal or enjoying it as a main dish, Bacon-Brown Sugar Brussels Sprouts are not only quick to prepare but also deliciously satisfying. Give this recipe a try and watch your loved ones fall in love with Brussels sprouts all over again!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • 1.5 pounds brussels sprouts trimmed halved
  • 14 oz chicken broth canned
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat 10 minutes or until crisp.
  2. Remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving drippings in Dutch oven. Crumble bacon.
  3. Add broth, brown sugar, and salt to drippings in Dutch oven, and bring to a boil. Stir in Brussels sprouts. Cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender.
  4. Transfer Brussels sprouts to a serving bowl using a slotted spoon, and sprinkle with bacon.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein36.62%
Fat42.33%
Carbs21.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
1.4
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.008260804674%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
2.8mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.73mg
Quercetin
1.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.92kcal
9%
Fat:8.64g
13.29%
Saturated Fat:2.63g
16.45%
Carbohydrates:9.67g
3.22%
Net Carbohydrates:6.44g
2.34%
Sugar:3.33g
3.7%
Cholesterol:32.07mg
10.69%
Sodium:624.32mg
27.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.82g
33.63%
Vitamin K:151.68µg
144.45%
Vitamin C:72.29mg
87.63%
Selenium:12.72µg
18.17%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.52%
Phosphorus:150.49mg
15.05%
Vitamin A:733.15IU
14.66%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.48%
Folate:52.89µg
13.22%
Fiber:3.23g
12.93%
Potassium:430.58mg
12.3%
Zinc:1.73mg
11.52%
Vitamin B3:2.27mg
11.34%
Iron:1.89mg
10.52%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.91%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.19%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
7.95%
Magnesium:30.45mg
7.61%
Vitamin E:0.95mg
6.36%
Copper:0.09mg
4.49%
Calcium:44.64mg
4.46%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.26%
Source:My Recipes