Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

and bacon

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 0m
Cook Time: 24m
Total Time: 24m
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

231
Calories
6.6g
Fat
36.1g
Carbohydrates
14.6g
Protein
14mg
Cholesterol
385mg
Sodium
Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

Recipe Description

This unbelievably easy recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts makes a satisfying and delicious side dish to serve for Thanksgiving this year! Even picky eaters will love this Brussels sprout dish. The main trick to this recipe is blanching the brussels sprouts first. Blanching makes them tender and eliminates any bitterness. A touch of maple and balsamic vinegar gives the dish a salty-sweet edge.

Prep the Brussels sprouts by trimming their cut ends and outer leaves and cutting them in half lengthwise. Blanch the Brussels sprouts and pan roast the bacon. Once the bacon is cooked, swap in the leeks and cook until tender. Then add in the Brussels sprouts, followed by crumbled bacon and chestnuts. The recipe calls for using cooked and peeled chestnuts which makes this dish so easy to prepare. Serve at your holiday party and enjoy!

To make the Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Blanch Brussels sprouts

    5 min
    Step 1 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    In a pan of salted boiling water, blanch 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts for 2-3 minutes until just tender, then drain and refresh in cold water.

  2. 2

    Cook bacon

    5 min
    Step 2 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook 4 slices bacon on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes. Then remove and place on paper towels to drain.

  3. 3

    Cook leeks

    6 min
    Step 3 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    In the same skillet, melt 2 teaspoons butter and add 1 ½ cups sliced leeks and 3 tablespoons water. Toss to coat. Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft and tender, about 6 minutes.

  4. 4

    Crumble bacon

    1 min
    Step 4 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    Cut the cooked bacon into strips or crumble.

  5. 5

    Add Brussels sprouts

    3 min
    Step 5 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    Add the remaining 1 teaspoon butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Add blanched Brussels sprouts, remaining tablespoon water, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Cook and stir until Brussels sprouts are hot and well coated for about 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add maple syrup and vinegar

    1 min
    Step 6 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    Stir in 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar and toss to coat.

  7. 7

    Add chestnuts and bacon

    3 min
    Step 7 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    Add 8 ounces roughly chopped chestnuts and crumbled bacon. Stir over low heat until well-mixed and heated through about 2 to 3 minutes.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Step 8 - Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

    Transfer to a warmed serving plate and serve. Enjoy!

These amazing Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts is another veggie option for the crowd and is sure to impress your guests at Thanksgiving. Give this delicious recipe a try, and don’t forget to tag us #cookmerecipes in your holiday photos.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Carlo79
March 24, 2025
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Delicious! My family loved it at our Thanksgiving dinner.

Dave
March 22, 2025
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Yo, this Brussels sprout dish is no joke! Made it for Thanksgiving and even my picky lil' bro went back for seconds. Blanching really takes out the bitter flavor and mixing in the chestnuts added that sweet crunch. My fam couldn't get enough! Definitely a keeper!

Nathan Brown
March 4, 2025
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These Brussels sprouts surprised my kids at Thanksgiving. They devoured them. Simple and tasty.

Fabulous71
November 15, 2023
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Wow! This recipe is just amazing! I made it for Thanksgiving and even my niece, who hates veggies, gobbled them up! The chestnuts add such a wonderful texture and flavor. I felt so proud serving it. Can't wait to make it again for Christmas!

Nina
October 5, 2023
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Superb for holidays!

Uma Wilson
February 19, 2023
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Simply delicious dish!

Xena Johnson
February 18, 2023
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I made this dish for Thanksgiving and it was a hit. My husband, who hates Brussels sprouts, went back for seconds. The maple flavor made the difference. Thanks for this gem.

Fiona
November 19, 2022
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simple yet delicious

Nina
November 6, 2022
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Delicious! My family loved these Brussels sprouts. I was worried my kids wouldn’t eat them, but they couldn’t get enough! Will definitely make this for Thanksgiving!

Joy
May 5, 2022
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Amazing! Made this for Thanksgiving, and even my picky kids loved it! Simple yet so flavorful.

Grace Thompson
February 17, 2022
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Delicious! I made this for Thanksgiving, and it was a hit. My husband, who normally avoids veggies, couldn't get enough of the brussels sprouts with chestnuts. The touch of maple really made them stand out. I'm so proud to have impressed my family with this dish!

Rachel Smith
December 31, 2021
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Superb dish, everybody loved it!

Athina
November 12, 2021
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This recipe is delicious. I make it every Christmas and Thanksgiving.

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