Best 11 Skillet Braised Brussels Sprouts Recipes

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**Savory Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts: A Culinary Symphony of Simplicity and Delight**

In a world of culinary wonders, the humble Brussels sprout often takes a back seat to more glamorous vegetables. Yet, when skillfully prepared, these miniature cabbages can transform into a symphony of flavors that will delight even the most discerning palate. Our article presents a collection of skillet-braised Brussels sprouts recipes that elevate this unassuming vegetable to new heights. From classic preparations to innovative twists, our recipes offer a journey through the diverse culinary possibilities of this often-overlooked gem.

With our step-by-step instructions and carefully curated selection of ingredients, you'll discover how to coax out the hidden depths of flavor in Brussels sprouts, transforming them into tender, caramelized delights. Our recipes showcase different techniques and flavor combinations, ensuring that there's something to satisfy every taste preference.

Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon or crave the tangy zest of balsamic-glazed sprouts, our recipes provide a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more. And for those looking to explore the boundaries of flavor, we offer unique variations like honey-sriracha Brussels sprouts and Brussels sprouts with chorizo and Manchego cheese.

So, embark on a culinary journey with our skillet-braised Brussels sprouts recipes and discover the hidden culinary treasures that await you in this often-overlooked vegetable.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BRAISED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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Caraway, onion, bacon and chicken broth dress up these wonderful brussels sprouts.-Yvonne Anderson, New Philadelphia, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds Brussels sprouts
2 bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Trim Brussels sprout stems; using a paring knife, cut an "X" in the bottom of each. In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add sprouts; cook, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Cook and stir onion in bacon drippings until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until liquid is almost evaporated. Add Brussels sprouts; stir in bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTéED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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Pan sautéed Brussels sprouts are a quick, easy way to make delicious Brussels sprouts you'll want to eat every night! Crispy, caramelized, and addictive!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons raw pine nuts (or chopped raw walnuts, almonds, or pecans (optional))
Chopped fresh herbs like parsley (cilantro or mint (optional))
A handful of Parmesan (feta, or goat cheese (optional))

Steps:

  • Heat a large cast iron or similar sturdy bottomed skillet over medium high for 4 minutes. Add the oil. As soon as the oil is hot and shining (but before it starts smoking), swirl to cost the pan, then add the halved Brussels sprouts. Shake the skillet a little and prod them so that as many as possible are cut-side down. Let sit completely undisturbed for 5 to 8 minutes, until they develop a dark, tasty, caramelized sear.
  • Add the salt and pepper. With a wooden spoon or spatula, stir the Brussels sprouts. Continue cooking, stirring every few minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are browned all over and just turning tender the inside, about 6 to 8 additional minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vinegar, then the pine nuts or almonds. Let the residual heat of the skillet toast the nuts, stirring them very often so that they toast evenly on all sides and do not burn (if they aren't toasting, return the skillet to low heat). As soon as the nuts are toasted, transfer the sprouts to a serving plate and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Enjoy hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4) without toppings, Calories 114 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g

PAN-BROWNED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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This Pan-Browned Brussels Sprouts recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Provided by John Dombek

Categories     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Winter     Brussels Sprout     Gourmet     Utah     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2 or 3 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound Brussels sprouts
2 large garlic cloves
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons pine nuts

Steps:

  • Trim Brussels sprouts and halve lengthwise. Cut garlic into very thin slices. In a 10-inch heavy skillet (preferably well-seasoned cast iron) melt 1 tablespoon butter with oil over moderate heat and cook garlic, stirring, until pale golden. Transfer garlic with a slotted spoon to a small bowl. Reduce heat to low and arrange sprouts in skillet, cut sides down, in one layer. Sprinkle sprouts with pine nuts and salt to taste. Cook sprouts, without turning, until crisp-tender and undersides are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • With tongs transfer sprouts to a plate, browned sides up. Add garlic and remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter to skillet and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until pine nuts are more evenly pale golden, about 1 minute. Spoon mixture over sprouts and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. santa clara, utah

CREAM-BRAISED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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Brussels sprouts tend to turn people off. This way of cooking them brings out their nutty flavor and has made the most passionate haters at my last Thanksgiving say, at the very least, that this is the best brussels sprouts have tasted. The first time I made this, it ended up being dinner - not a side dish!

Provided by Pugged

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup butter
1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
¼ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Brussels sprouts and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sprouts are browned in spots, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the cream, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the sprouts are tender and easily pierced with a fork, 30 to 35 minutes. The cream will have reduced in volume, and will have taken on a creamy beige color. Remove the lid, and stir in the lemon juice. Allow the sprouts to simmer a few minutes more until the cream thickens and coats the sprouts. Season to taste with additional salt and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 171.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BRAISED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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The sweet and salty flavors of cranberries, walnuts and Brussels sprouts come together in this easy to make recipe that is ready in only 30 minutes.

Provided by Sarah Caron

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Olive oil cooking spray
1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, halved
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sweetened dried cranberries, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat stockpot with heavy bottom over medium heat about 5 minutes or until very hot.
  • Spray stockpot with cooking spray. Add Brussels sprouts; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Stir in wine. Add broth, salt and pepper. Cover; cook 5 minutes.
  • Uncover; stir. Cook uncovered until all liquid has evaporated.
  • Stir in butter, cranberries and walnuts. Once butter melts, cook 2 to 3 minutes longer. Remove from heat; pour into serving dish. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BRINED SKILLET-ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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Make and share this Brined Skillet-Roasted Brussels Sprouts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tamibic

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts (cut small x in stem)
8 cups cold water
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In large bowl stir together water& kosher salt.
  • Add brussels sprouts to salt mixture, weigh sprouts down with plate to make sure they are completely submerged~ let stand 1 hour.
  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Drain sprouts; do not rinse.
  • In large heavy skillet (cast iron) or roasting pan toss sprouts with olive oil and roast, uncovered for 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile heat mustard seeds over med heat until seeds are lightly toasted; remove and crust slightly.
  • Add seeds, sea salt and crushed pepper to the roasted sprouts~ toss well and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.2, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 9558.4, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2, Protein 3

PAN FRIED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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Don't be afraid of Brussels sprouts ... yes, they are green, but they are so delicious! Pan frying them brings out their flavor. Use as a side dish ... or if you're like me, an on-the-go breakfast item!

Provided by Connie Fabian Byrnes

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons crushed garlic
¼ white onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package trimmed Brussels sprouts
salt and ground black pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat until the oil shimmers, and cook garlic, stirring often, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in onion and cook until soft, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add Brussels sprouts to the skillet and cook without stirring until the undersides of the sprouts turn golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir to turn sprouts over, and cook other sides until golden brown, another 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 29.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

PAN-ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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These pan-roasted Brussels sprouts, cooked in olive oil and lemon juice, are a perfect side to dish to any meat, fish, or plant-based protein.

Provided by Tony

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound Brussels sprouts
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add Brussels sprouts and season with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice and cook until Brussels sprouts start to brown on some leaves, about 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until sprouts are fork-tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 108.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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My mom gave me a taste of this recipe and after never having previously liked Brussels sprouts, I was hooked and begged her for the recipe!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts and cook until slightly tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until onion is just tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add Brussels sprouts; cook and stir until sprouts are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Mix balsamic vinegar, butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder into Brussels sprouts mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 447.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

BRAISED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON



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This is a great side dish to serve with any grilled meat item or other vegetable dishes. I get many requests for this when catering. People who normally don't like Brussels sprouts love these!

Provided by Kimberly Lancaster

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
½ cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons powdered chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup Chardonnay wine

Steps:

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in butter mixture until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes; add Brussels sprouts and saute until slightly browned on edges, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle bacon, chicken bouillon, red pepper flakes, and black pepper over the sprouts mixture; stir and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour wine over the sprouts mixture, reduce heat to low, place a lid on the pot, and simmer until the sprouts are desired tenderness, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 612.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

SEARED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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For delicious brussels sprouts, cook them in very hot oil. The cut side will sear, as will some of the leaves, resulting in a toasty, charred flavor that is irresistible, especially to children. Don't use an expensive olive oil for this dish. It should not have a strong flavor.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound brussels sprouts
3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Trim the ends off the brussels sprouts, and cut in half lengthwise through the stem end.
  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat. When the skillet is just short of smoking, place the brussels sprouts cut side down in the oil. Turn the heat to medium, and sear on one side until nicely browned, about three minutes. Turn the brussels sprouts over and cook on the other side until nicely browned and tender, three to five minutes. Some of the leaves can be charred dark brown or black. Remove from the heat, season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 103, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 195 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Trim the Brussels sprouts: Remove any yellow or wilted leaves and cut off the stem end.
  • Brown the Brussels sprouts: This step adds flavor and color to the sprouts. Be sure to give them enough space in the skillet so they can brown evenly.
  • Add the liquid: The liquid helps to braise the Brussels sprouts and keep them moist. You can use water, broth, or even white wine.
  • Season the Brussels sprouts: Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings to the skillet. You can also add a touch of sweetness with a little honey or maple syrup.
  • Cover the skillet: Covering the skillet helps to create steam, which helps to cook the Brussels sprouts evenly.
  • Cook the Brussels sprouts until tender: The Brussels sprouts should be tender but still have a slight crunch. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the sprouts.
  • Serve the Brussels sprouts: You can serve the Brussels sprouts immediately or let them cool slightly. They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Skillet-braised Brussels sprouts are a delicious and easy way to enjoy this healthy vegetable. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love.

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