Get ready to transform your ordinary side dish into a Southern comfort food masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds! These Pressure Cooker Collard Greens with Bacon are not just a recipe—they're a culinary journey that brings the rich, smoky flavors of traditional Southern cooking straight to your dinner table in just 40 minutes. Imagine tender, perfectly seasoned greens infused with crispy bacon and a depth of flavor that will make your taste buds dance with delight.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Southern
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound collard greens, chopped
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the collard greens thoroughly under cold running water, removing any dirt or debris. Shake off excess water and chop the greens into roughly 1-inch pieces, discarding the tough stems.
- Select the sauté function on your pressure cooker. Add the chopped bacon and cook until it begins to crisp and release its fat, stirring occasionally, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion to the bacon and cook until the onion becomes translucent and slightly softened, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the chopped collard greens to the pressure cooker, stirring to combine with the bacon and onion mixture.
- Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the greens are mostly submerged. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Close the pressure cooker lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and stir the collard greens. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish, ensuring each serving gets some of the crispy bacon pieces.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Greens: Select collard greens that are vibrant green, crisp, and free from yellow or wilted leaves for the best texture and flavor.
- Bacon Matters: Use thick-cut bacon for maximum flavor and crispiness. The bacon's fat will be a key flavor enhancer in this dish.
- Don't Rush the Sauté: Take your time when cooking bacon and onions to develop a rich, deep flavor base before adding the greens.
- Liquid is Key: Ensure the greens are mostly submerged in chicken broth for even cooking and maximum tenderness.
- Natural Pressure Release: Allow a 5-minute natural release to help the greens continue cooking gently and absorb more flavors.
- Seasoning Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning at the end. The bacon and broth will already add saltiness, so season carefully.
- Make Ahead Friendly: These collard greens taste even better the next day, so don't hesitate to make them in advance.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 85kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
