Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter

Buttery, nutty, garlicky, and deliciously good are these amazing Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter. A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas or great to nibble on its own. Tried, tested and won’t disappoint!

 Buttery, nutty, garlicky and deliciously good. A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas or great to nibble on its own. Tried and tested!

Ever since I made my post on Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Bacon, my family and I have totally fallen-in-love with Brussels Sprouts.

Who knew this mostly-maligned and snubbed vegetable can taste truly yummy and quite more-ish!

If you learn how to cook Brussels Sprouts properly, you will truly be rewarded with a delicious side dish that doesn’t taste bitter or yucky but actually quite yummy and a little nutty (not the crazy kind!). 🙂

You’re probably thinking – of course, when you add Bacon to the mix it would become delish as bacon makes anything delicious or at least palatable and that includes Brussels Sprouts.

True, I must say bacon does add that flavorful taste on sauteed Brussels Sprouts; that cannot be denied.

But, what if there’s no bacon available? Can Brussels Sprouts ever taste yummy without good old bacon to lift it up?

The answer is a resounding YES! This recipe does not require any bacon or bacon fat for flavor – instead – garlic-flavored butter plus a sprinkling of some parmesan cheese at the end of cooking (the latter is optional though it does add another layer of deliciousness to the dish for sure!) makes this dish superbly tasty!

The technique of cooking as well allows the Brussels Sprouts to absorb all the delicious flavor of the garlic butter at the same time highlighting its yummy nutty flavor.

If you don’t fancy the one with Bacon (my question is why???) – then at least give this Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter a try!

I promise you won’t be disappointed. If my 8-year old can’t help but munch on this a lot as he loves this, then am sure you will, too. Enjoy!

 Buttery, nutty, garlicky and deliciously good. A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas or great to nibble on its own. Tried and tested!

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NOTES on INGREDIENTS FOR Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter

Buttery, nutty, garlicky, and deliciously good. A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas or great to nibble on its own. Tried and tested!

  • Brussels Sprouts – fresh and good quality Brussels sprouts would work best for this. Try to get the sprouts still on their stalk rather than the bagged ones.
  • Olive Oil – this may be replaced with Avocado oil if you like.
  • Butter – you may use unsalted butter so you can adjust the salt according to your preference.
  • Garlic cloves – add as many or as few as you want. We love this with a lot of garlic as we love that flavor but feel free to adjust the amount.
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Freshly grated Parmesan Cheese – while this is optional, do add it because it makes this even yummier and my kids can never have enough of this, especially with the cheese sprinkled on top.
Buttery, nutty, garlicky and deliciously good. A perfect side dish for your favorite stew or great to nibble on its own.

Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter

Manila Spoon
Buttery, nutty, garlicky and deliciously good. A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas or great to nibble on its own. Tried and tested!
4.96 from 23 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Great Britain
Servings 6

Ingredients
 

  • 24 Brussels Sprouts, halved lengthwise
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 4 Garlic cloves, crushed
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan Cheese, optional

Instructions
 

  • In a large shallow pan* using medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil. Let the butter bubble a little then add the garlic cloves and cook until they turn pale-brown/lightly browned.
  • Remove the garlic cloves. Discard. Turn the heat to low.
  • Place every brussels sprouts cut-side down on the pan. Simmer covered for about 10-12 minutes or until the brussels sprouts are nicely browned (cut-side) and tender when pierced.
  • Serve on a platter. Season with salt and pepper to taste and to add extra yum – sprinkle on top with some Parmesan cheese. Delish!

Notes

TIPS & TRICKS
For better results, use stainless steel or a lightly colored pan. Using a dark-colored pan will make the brussels sprouts too dark.
Keyword brussels sprouts cooked in butter, crispy garlic butter brussel sprouts, crispy parmesan brussel sprouts, garlic butter parmesan brussel sprouts, Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter, parmesan brussel sprouts pan
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Last updated on October 27th, 2022 at 06:34 pm

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23 Comments

  1. May 4, 2015 / 5:14 am

    I feel like I'm so isolated in my love for brussels sprouts! Your version looks amazing – I'll have to try a variation for my family. I've finally won my husband's approval of those little cabbages, but he's still picky about how they're prepared.

  2. May 4, 2015 / 9:16 am

    This looks incredibly delicious.I like that these brussels sprouts are so simple to make without buying any complicated ingredients or having to go to many different shops.

  3. May 4, 2015 / 10:56 am

    Yummmm! I love any and all brussels sprouts. Usually roast them in the oven, your recipe sounds wonderful!

  4. February 19, 2020 / 6:16 pm

    The Brussels Sprouts look wonderfully crisp. Roasting in a pan is such a wise way to make it Abby!

    • abigail
      Author
      February 22, 2020 / 7:51 pm

      I do agree! Thanks for stopping by.

    • abigail
      Author
      March 4, 2020 / 10:34 am

      Yes, indeed. Thank you for stopping by.

  5. Ness
    October 12, 2020 / 4:35 pm

    Where can i buy same frying pan that you used?

    • abigail
      Author
      October 12, 2020 / 6:13 pm

      Just look for a good quality stainless steel pan – large size. You can probably find that on amazon and department stores. I think mine is Zwilling J. A. Henckels.

  6. foodie
    November 16, 2022 / 5:06 am

    This recipe was awesome! will absolutely use your recipe.

  7. Connie
    July 18, 2023 / 6:37 pm

    5 stars
    Looks delicious! Bacon doesn’t belong in everything- especially this beautiful vegetable!!

  8. Sara Welch
    July 19, 2023 / 12:37 pm

    5 stars
    Served these with dinner last night and it was a savory success! Quick, easy and delicious; the best way to enjoy brussels sprouts, indeed!

  9. rebecca
    July 19, 2023 / 12:48 pm

    5 stars
    These brussels sprouts are my new favorite! They’re so easy and so so crispy on the bottom.

  10. Justine
    July 19, 2023 / 1:07 pm

    5 stars
    Brussel sprouts are a favorite in our house – even my kids LOVE them! They were great cooked this way – loved the flavor!

  11. Gina
    July 19, 2023 / 1:35 pm

    5 stars
    This is my kind of side dish! I enjoyed everything about this recipe! I can’t wait to make again!

  12. Dannii
    July 19, 2023 / 1:37 pm

    5 stars
    This was insanely good. I am never cooking brussels sprouts another way again.

  13. Tavo
    July 19, 2023 / 3:09 pm

    5 stars
    Hey there! Just had to drop by and say how much I adored your recipe for Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter. The flavors were absolutely delightful, with the perfect balance of garlic and butter, and the sprouts were cooked to perfection—crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It’s definitely become a staple side dish in my kitchen, and I can’t wait to make it again. Thanks for sharing this gem!

  14. Ali
    July 19, 2023 / 3:16 pm

    5 stars
    These brussel sprouts turned out so well, and they were really easy to make in a pan!

  15. Carrie Robinson
    July 19, 2023 / 3:43 pm

    5 stars
    Roasted brussels sprouts are the best! I just love when they get golden brown and a little crispy on the outside. 🙂

  16. Jess
    July 19, 2023 / 5:18 pm

    5 stars
    Brussels Sprouts without bacon?! I was not a believer until this recipe!

  17. Liza
    July 19, 2023 / 6:38 pm

    5 stars
    These Brussels sprouts are so tender and delicious! (Those caramelized edges are everything!) Great recipe.

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