Dinner

Cheesy Baked Green Beans Recipe

ByHarper Ellington December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

Introduction

Cheesy Baked Green Beans offer a delicious twist on a classic vegetable side dish. With a crispy, flavorful coating and melted cheese topping, this recipe is perfect for adding a savory touch to your meal. It’s easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.

A close-up of a baked dish in a metal pan showing soft green beans as the base layer, topped with a middle layer of browned sauce that looks thick and spread across the bottom, then covered by a thick layer of melted white cheese with lightly golden browned spots and sprinkled chopped green herbs on top. A silver spatula lifts a portion, stretching the gooey cheese between the pan and the slice, showing the layered texture clearly. The whole scene is on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans (ends trimmed)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Step 2: Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick oil spray.
Step 3: Wash the green beans, trim the ends, and pat them dry with paper towels to remove any moisture.
Step 4: Arrange the green beans on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and set aside.
Step 5: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir well to mix.
Step 6: Pour the seasoning mixture over the green beans and toss gently to coat them evenly.
Step 7: Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, until the green beans are tender-crisp.
Step 8: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the green beans.
Step 9: Return the baking sheet to the oven and broil the green beans for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese melts, bubbles, and turns golden.
Step 10: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier version, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning mixture.
Use a mix of different cheeses like gouda or pepper jack for unique flavors.
To make this dish keto-friendly, make sure to use full-fat cheeses and avoid any added sugars in seasoning blends.

Storage

Store leftover cheesy baked green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to keep the cheese from becoming rubbery. Microwaving is faster but may affect the texture.

How to Serve

A close-up shows a spoon lifting a cheesy green bean casserole from a white dish on a white marbled surface. The casserole has two main layers: a base layer of tender dark green beans and a thick melted layer of gooey, white to light golden cheese on top. The cheese stretches in long gooey strands from the dish to the spoon. Small bits of browned crispy onions and scattered green herb pieces add texture and color on top of the cheese. The green beans have a slightly wrinkled texture, some browned spots, and are mixed evenly under the melted cheese layer. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen green beans for this recipe?

While fresh green beans are preferred for the best texture and flavor, you can use frozen ones. Be sure to thaw and pat them dry well to remove excess moisture before baking.

How can I make this recipe vegan?

Substitute the parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses with your favorite plant-based vegan cheese alternatives. Also, ensure your olive oil and seasonings are vegan-friendly.