Description
This easy cream cheese green bean casserole recipe elevates the classic dish with cream cheese for a rich and creamy flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this comforting side dish is sure to please with its crispy fried onion topping and creamy green bean base.
Ingredients
4 cups green beans (canned, drained; fresh, blanched; or frozen, thawed and dried)
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
1 cup fried onion rings (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a medium saucepan, heat cream cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
- Combine the green beans: Add green beans to the saucepan, stirring to coat evenly.
- Add cheese (optional): Mix in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Transfer to baking dish: Spread the green bean mixture evenly in the greased dish.
- Top with fried onions: Sprinkle fried onions over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use vegetable-based cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian option.
Add sautéed mushrooms or crispy bacon for extra flavor.
For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients, including fried onions, are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 servings
