Skillet Maple-Glazed Bacon Brussels Sprouts

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Brussels sprouts sautéed with bacon and finished with a sweet maple glaze for a perfect balance of smoky and sweet flavors. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, bacon, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 6 slices chopped bacon and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and fat renders.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts and 1/2 tsp salt to the skillet with the bacon fat. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until Brussels sprouts are tender and edges are golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 2 tbsp maple syrup over the Brussels sprouts and bacon mixture and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens and coats the sprouts evenly.
  4. Step 4: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper, toss to combine, and serve warm.

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