How to Make Kickin' Collard Greens - A Step-by-Step Guide

Collard greens are a staple in Southern cuisine, known for their tender yet slightly chewy texture and earthy, slightly bitter flavor. While many traditional collard green recipes call for long, slow cooking with pork, this recipe for Kickin' Collard Greens adds a delicious twist with the addition of spicy and tangy ingredients.

These Kickin' Collard Greens are perfect for anyone who loves a little heat in their food. The combination of crushed red pepper flakes, hot sauce, and tangy a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 slices bacon
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound fresh collard greens, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add bacon, and cook until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove bacon from pan, crumble, and return to the pan.
  • Add onion to the pan and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, and cook until just fragrant. Add collard greens, and fry until they start to wilt.
  • Pour in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until greens are tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    127 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 1001mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 29mg
    • Calcium: 120mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 205mg