Go Back
–+ servings
A plate with breaded chicken cutlets, green beans with seasoning, and lemon wedges, on a gray patterned napkin.
Print Recipe
No ratings yet

The Best Way To Cook Frozen Green Beans

Look no further if you’ve been wondering how to cook frozen green beans the right way. Make delicious cheesy garlic roasted green beans, and learn other easy methods to make more delicious dishes. Say goodbye to soggy, bland veggies and hello to vibrant, flavorful green beans with minimal effort!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Sides and Salads
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to cook frozen green beans
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 104kcal
Author: Jessica Haggard

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 °F.
  • Toss the frozen green beans with olive oil in a medium mixing bowl. Season with garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Toss again to thoroughly coat the beans.
  • Arrange the green beans in an even layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir them around on the sheet. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top of all the green beans. Return to the oven and continue baking for another 10 minutes. Green beans are done when soft and tender.

Notes

  • Keep the beans in the freezer and only take them out when your oven is preheated. They will start to thaw when taken out too early and the baking time will be off.
  • Following that thought, roast the green beans straight from frozen. Thawing can make them soggy.
  • Flip or shake the green beans about 10 minutes in for even roasting.
  • This recipe gives you tender-crisp green beans, but if you prefer them softer, simply roast them a bit longer until they reach your perfect texture.
  • If you want crispier beans, add 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs to the seasoning mix and toss the beans until they’re coated in the crispy crumbs. You can also top the green beans with 1/4 cup slivered almonds or chopped pine nuts during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
  • Foil is great for keeping meat moist, but when roasting frozen veggies, we want them to crisp up. Leaving them uncovered allows for better airflow and helps achieve that perfect crispy texture.
Serve: These delicious roasted frozen green beans pair well with a wide variety of dishes. Serve as a side to your favorite protein mains, may it be chicken, pork, beef, fish, or seafood. 
Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the broiler or air fryer until warmed through. This dish can also be frozen, but the texture won’t be as good when reheated. Just cool completely, transfer to a small sheet tray, and store in the freezer. Once frozen, place the beans in a freezer-safe container and keep in the freezer for up to 1 month. Thaw completely in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 350mg | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbohydrates: 4g
Tried this recipe?Tag a photo with @primal_mom and #pehrecipe on Instagram to share with us!