Weight Watchers Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

I’m excited to share this delicious side dish that I made for dinner last night with you. If you are a brussels sprouts skeptic, this recipe may just win you over. Sweet and smoky, it was the perfect side dish to accompany our simple grilled chicken breast.

Roasting brussels sprouts is a great way to cut one down on the bitterness and enhance their natural sweetness. To save time this easy recipe uses a skillet-fry method to deliver the same smoky goodness as roasting but in less time.

Did you know that brussels sprouts are packed with nutrients and cancer-fighting compounds? They are high in Vitamin, A, potassium, folate, iron, fiber and Vitamin C. I love delicious recipes that provide a great way to eat healthier. And adding a little bacon is an easy way to make eating your vegetables so much more enjoyable.

How Many Calories and WW Personal Points in this Skillet Brussels Sprouts Recipe?

According to my calculations, each serving has 90 calories.

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How to Make Skillet Roast Brussels Sprouts, Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Assemble and prep the recipe ingredients:

• 2 slices center-cut bacon
• 1 teaspoon canola oil or olive oil
• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half
• 1/4 cup minced onion or shallot
• 1-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
• Black pepper to taste

Step 2: In a large skillet (affiliate link) (preferably nonstick) cook the bacon over medium heat, turning until crisp. Remove the bacon, crumble it and set it aside. 

Step 3: Add the oil to the skillet and increase to medium-high heat. Add the Brussel sprouts and cook until the sprouts begin to brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 4: Add the onion, and stir, cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Add 1/3 cup water and cover the pan. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 4 minutes.

Step 5: Remove the cover and stir in the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring to combine brussels sprouts with the vinegar mixture.

Step 6: Add the bacon and continue to cook until the brussels sprouts are well browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

Recipe Notes, Variations and Substitutions

• Substitute balsamic glaze for the balsamic vinegar.
• Add a sprinkling of shredded Parmesan cheese with the bacon or use it instead.
• For a sweeter option substitute maple syrup for the balsamic vinegar.

Be sure to adjust your Weight Watchers Points accordingly if that’s a concern.

Serving Suggestions

These brussels sprouts with bacon are so delicious I sometimes make them a meal all on their own. They are also a perfect side dish to accompany:

• Grilled chicken breast
• Roast chicken or slow cooker turkey breast
• Pork tenderloin
• Salmon
• Meatloaf
• Rotisserie Chicken

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Recipe source: Eat What You Love Everyday (affiliate link) by Marlene Koch

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