How Long to Cook Collard Greens

5 from 1 vote

How long to cook collard greens on the stove, slow cooker, Instant Pot or in the oven is here. Collard green recipes are healthy and delish.

Prep Time10

Cook Time7

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon, buttered, collard greens, sauteed

Servings:

Author: Justine

Rinse leaves, slice the middle thick rib off and discard. Wrap leaves in paper towels and roll up to remove the water. Unroll and slice into large bite size pieces.
** If you wanted to add bacon, dice up and add into skillet first over medium heat. Cook until cooked but not super crispy. Leave grease in for added flavor, then proceed to first step listed here and proceed to the rest.
Put a cast iron or large skillet over medium heat and add your butter until it melts. Add into pan and saute on medium for 2-3 minutes.
Add in milk and garlic powder and saute for another 3-5 minutes or until it becomes as softened as you would like.
Season as you would like and serve.