This easy lima bean recipe features baby lima beans steamed in chicken broth. It’s a tasty side dish that’s low in fat.
Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::40 mins
Total Time::45 mins
Servings::6
Ingredients
cooking spray
½ medium onion, finely chopped
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) package frozen baby lima beans
1/4 cup water, or as needed to cover
Directions
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.
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.