This easy lima bean recipe features baby lima beans steamed in chicken broth. It's a tasty side dish that's low in fat.
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 0.5 medium onion , finely chopped
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 package frozen baby lima beans , 16 ounce
- 0.25 cups water , or as needed to cover
Instructions
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1
Spray a large saucepan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add onion to the hot pan and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
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2
Add lima beans and enough water just to cover. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until beans are tender, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
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