Name: Air Fryer Green Bean Casserole
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 18 min
Ingredients: 2 14.5 ounce canned green beans (, drained); 10 ounces cream of mushroom soup; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon paprika; 2 cups fried onion strings

This Air Fryer Green Bean Casserole is a quick and easy twist on the classic holiday side dish. It features tender green beans in a creamy mushroom sauce and topped with crispy fried onions, all made right in your air fryer.

Overhead view of a bowl of green brean casserole topped with crispy fried onions and a vintage fork, surrounded by scattered black peppercorns, green beans, and onion pieces on a white surface, with a glass bowl of extra fried onions and a blue and white checkered napkin nearby.

Inspired by the traditional baked casserole, this version frees up oven space and cooks in just minutes. It's great for Thanksgiving, but simple enough for weeknight meals alongside recipes like my Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin.

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Why you'll love it

Cooks faster than the oven version and is ready in under 15 minutes.

A convenient side dish that saves oven space during busy holiday meals.

Simple ingredients and rich flavor make it a go to for gatherings and weeknights alike.

Key Ingredients

Overhead view of the ingredients for bean casserole arranged on a white surface, including bowls of green beans, crispy fried onions, cream soup, milk, and Worcestershire sauce, along with jars of black pepper and paprika.

Canned Green Beans: Use cut or French-style. Fresh steamed or thawed frozen beans also work well.

Cream of Mushroom Soup: Opt for low sodium to manage the saltiness.

Worcestershire Sauce: Adds savory deptph; soy sauce can be used instead.

Heavy Cream: Helps thin the soup while adding richness.

Black Pepper & Paprika: Enhances flavor, try smoked paprika for a deeper taste.

French Fried Onions: Classic crispy topping, added at the end for crunch.

A glass bowl filled with an uncooked green bean casserole mixture made with green beans and creamy sauce, placed on a white countertop next to a bowl of crispy fried onions.

Variations

Use cream of chicken or celery soup instead of mushroom.
Stir in sautéed mushrooms or garlic for added texture and flavor.
Sprinkle parmesan over the fried onions before air frying for a cheesy finish.

Top Tips

Stir halfway through for even cooking.
Add onions only at the end to keep them crisp.
Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving to thicken slightly.

Overhead view of a glass baking dish filled with casserole topped with crispy fried onions, placed inside the basket of an air fryer.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 5-7 minutes to warm the casserole through and crisp the topping again.

Serve With...

Pair this casserole with Air Fryer Turkey Breast or these Air Fryer Cornish Hens, Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes, and Sweetened Condensed Milk Pumpkin Pie for a cozy holiday meal or Sunday dinner.

A close up side view of white textured bowl filled with creamy air fryer green bean casserole, topped with crispy fried onions. Scattered grean beans and onion pieces are visible on the white surface below the bowl, with a soft plaid napkin partially in frame.

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