Bacon Brussel Sprouts

Bacon Brussel Sprouts sautéed until crispy and golden, tossed with bacon, and finished with Parmesan cheese. Perfect for any occasion!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 310kcal

Prepare the ingredients: rinse brussel sprouts, then trim and cut in half. Cut bacon into small pieces, and finely grate the Parmesan cheese.
Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy.
Transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate, and leave the grease in the pan.
Add the brussel sprouts to the pan, stir them until they’re nicely coated in the bacon grease, and cover the pan with a lid. Don't stir them until they develop a nice brown side. You will want to cook them on medium heat, so they brown without burning.
Add the bacon back into the pan. Cook, covered, for a few more minutes or until the Brussels sprouts are as tender and/or browned as you want.
Add the Parmesan cheese on top, and season with salt & pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Can I use frozen Brussel sprouts instead of fresh? Fresh Brussel sprouts are best for browning and caramelization, but frozen will work in a pinch. Just thaw and pat them very dry before cooking to avoid excess moisture.
Make-Ahead Instructions: This recipe tastes best served straight out of the pan when the bacon is crisp and the Brussels sprouts are tender with browned edges. If you need to prep ahead, you can trim and halve the Brussels sprouts and pre-cook the bacon, then combine everything together just before serving.
Reheating Instructions: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 375°F until warmed through. This helps the Brussels sprouts crisp back up, whereas the microwave may make them soggy.