This one-skillet cassoulet is a comforting twist on the classic French stew, designed for busy weeknights without sacrificing flavor. Juicy chicken thighs and spicy Italian sausage are browned to perfection, then simmered with aromatic onions, carrots, and garlic in a rich red wine and tomato sauce. The addition of canned beans provides a creamy texture and heartiness, making this a complete, protein-packed meal. It’s perfect for serving over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the savory juices. Simple, satisfying, and ready in under thirty minutes, this dish brings cozy, home-style warmth to your table.
One-Skillet: Quick Cassoulet
Description
This one-skillet cassoulet is a comforting twist on the classic French stew, designed for busy weeknights without sacrificing flavor. Juicy chicken thighs and spicy Italian sausage are browned to perfection, then simmered with aromatic onions, carrots, and garlic in a rich red wine and tomato sauce. The addition of canned beans provides a creamy texture and heartiness, making this a complete, protein-packed meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for serving over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the savory juices. Simple, satisfying, and ready in under thirty minutes, this dish brings cozy, home-style warmth to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Skin and debone the chicken breasts, cutting them into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
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In a large frying pan or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken pieces and Italian sausage to the pan; brown on all sides.
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Add the sliced carrots, onion, and minced garlic; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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Drain off any excess fat from the pan.
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Stir in the dry red wine, bay leaf, dried thyme, and pepper.
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Cover and simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
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Stir in the beans with pork in tomato sauce and heat through until hot.
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Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 242.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14.7g23%
- Saturated Fat 4.1g21%
- Cholesterol 26.7mg9%
- Sodium 450.6mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.5g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
- Sugars 4.9g
- Protein 15.1g31%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Red wine may be replaced by 1/2 cup chicken broth with 1 TB red wine vinegar for a non-alcoholic version.
Beans are available under Heinz brand as well as many others - use your regular selection of pork and beans.
