Make these Cheesy Parmesan Roasted Frozen Green Beans in only 20 minutes. They're perfect for busy weeknights and are completely effortless with minimal prep.
Canned green beans have nothing on this recipe. Frozen are more tasty, last longer than fresh, and retain their beautiful color even after they're cooked. This has been my new go-to side when I make Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, One Pot French Onion Pasta, and Cajun Salmon Alfredo.
Whether I'm hosting and cooking for a crowd or making a weeknight meal for the family, these are the first to be devoured and everyone asks for the recipe. Nobody believes that these are made from frozen!
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Why We Can't Stop Making This
- It's a dump-and-go recipe! This means little to no prep and easy cleanup, the same way we do with this Air Fryer Parmesan Parsnip recipe.
- They're picky kid approved. The robust flavor of garlic and cheese is so delicious that even the fussiest eaters will love them! Plus they're packed with nutrients.
- Budget-friendly - When you're feeding a family, it can get expensive. We choose frozen because they're convenient for long-term storage and less expensive than fresh.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
Frozen Green Beans: I love using French because they're long, juicy, and turn bright green when baked. You can opt for cut or Italian but check them around the 15-minute mark to make sure they don't overcook since they're smaller than French.
Olive Oil: A high-quality extra virgin olive oil that brings bold flavor is best. Grapeseed or avocado oil are great substitutes.
Garlic: Fresh is normally my go-to, but I recommend opting for the pre-minced garlic to save prep time. Don't have fresh? 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder can be substituted.
Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated is best because it doesn't contain all of the anti-caking ingredients the pre-packaged varieties do. Don't have Parmesan on hand? Pecorino Romano will work great instead.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How They're Made (Step by Step)
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the green beans, olive oil, chicken broth, and minced garlic in a baking dish.
Step 2. Stir until well combined then season to taste with salt and pepper. Place in a preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
Step 3. After cooking, add parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Serve immediately.
Air Fryer Method
In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except the Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined. Add to the air fryer basket and cook at 400 for 10 minutes. Once done, remove from the air fryer and place back into the bowl. Toss with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
More Ways to Enjoy This Delicious Side
- Pair with carrots and herbs then top with a honey mustard dressing like we do in this Roasted Green Beans and Carrots recipe.
- Incorporate chopped onions or fried onions.
- Top with fresh crispy bacon! This is the perfect flavor duo. It's what makes these Crack Green Beans so good.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Keeping them frozen from the bag to the oven preserves their crunchiness, vibrant color, and fresh flavor.
First, roast straight from the freezer to the oven without thawing. Second, don't overcook. The color of the beans is important to watch. You're looking for a bright green color. If they cook too long they'll lose this vibrancy and risk becoming mushy.
After the beans have cooled, store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring occasionally, until fully heated through.
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Cheesy Parmesan Roasted Frozen Green Beans (20 Minute Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz bag frozen green beans
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Place the green beans, olive oil, chicken broth, and minced garlic in a baking dish.
- Stir until well combined then season to taste with salt and pepper. Place in a preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- After cooking, add parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Serve immediately.
Air Fryer Method
- In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except the Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined. Add to the air fryer basket and cook at 400 for 10 minutes. Once done, remove from the air fryer and place back into the bowl. Toss with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Brigitte Shade
II made this for dinner the other night. It was quick, easy and delicious! I will definitely be making this again.
Kate
I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed it! Quick, easy, and delicious is exactly what I aim for. Thanks for trying the recipe, and I'm thrilled you'll be making it again! 😊
Kate
This 20 minute recipe has been our go-to for busy weeknights now that school has started back. They're packed with flavor and my little one can't get enough of them!