Healthy Baked Beans

baked beans in a white bowl with a silver spoon

These healthy baked beans are a better-for-you spin on a beloved classic recipe! Gluten free & delicious with 3 cooking methods & smoked baked beans option.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings people

Calories 172kcal

Author Mary Smith

Equipment

1 Dutch Oven or large pot

Ingredients

8 pieces sugar free bacon diced
1 yellow onion diced
3 cloves minced garlic
3 15 oz cans navy beans drained and rinsed
1 cup chicken broth
15 oz tomato sauce
½ cup sugar free BBQ sauce I like The New Primal or Tessemae's brands
¼ cup coconut sugar
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp paprika
1 tbsp coconut aminos
1 tsp dijon mustard
2 tsp chili powder
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat a large pot or dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the bacon pieces and saute for 6-7 minutes until cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to remove them and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Using the same pot (with bacon grease), add the onions. Saute for 3-4 minutes.
Add in the garlic and stir for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add in the remaining ingredients (including cooked bacon pieces), and stir well.
Simmer on low heat for 45-60 minutes. Enjoy!

Oven Method

To bake in the oven, follow steps 1-4 then transfer the mixture to a large casserole dish and bake at 325 for 45 minutes.

Slow Cooker Method

Follow steps 1-4 then transfer the mixed ingredients to slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Notes

Serving: Serve these healthy baked beans alongside these air fryer turkey burgers, amazing gluten-free cheeseburgers, grilled keto chicken thighs, this air fryer filet mignon, and more!

Storage: Store leftover gluten free baked beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or over the stove.https://www.maryswholelife.com/air-fryer-turkey-burgers/

Double Batch: If you need a big batch of these healthy, gluten free baked beans for a bbq or gathering, click on the printable recipe below and increase the number of servings. The ingredient amounts will automatically adjust!

Smoked Baked Beans: Add 1/4 teaspoon to your healthy baked beans and taste. Add just 1/4 teaspoon at a time until you've reached your desired smokiness. Be sure to stir well and taste before adding more!

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