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Instant Pot Collard Greens

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Instant Pot Collard Greens deliver comforting Southern flavors with tender greens cooked in a smoky broth. Perfect for family gatherings or quick dinners.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ pound bacon, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 34 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼½ teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning
  • 2 pounds collard greens (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup leftover ham or seasoning ham, diced (optional)
  • 1 ham hock (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat the Instant Pot and sauté bacon until crispy.
  • Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
  • Mix in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Incorporate diced ham (if using) and spices, stirring well.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Add collard greens and apple cider vinegar, mixing well.
  • Secure the lid, set to Sealing, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
  • Release pressure naturally for 10 minutes, then perform quick release.
  • Adjust seasoning before serving and enjoy.

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Notes

For deeper flavor, ensure bacon is fully crisped before adding onions.
Adjust crushed red pepper flakes based on preference for heat.
Mix vinegar well with greens for enhanced tanginess.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 900
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 8
  • Cholesterol: 25