Cassoulet Style Chicken Thighs Recipe

Craving the rich flavors of classic cassoulet but short on time? This simplified one-pan recipe delivers! Enjoy tender, flavorful chicken thighs with hearty beans and a crispy breadcrumb topping in just 45 minutes. Healthier ingredients like low-fat kielbasa make this a guilt-free indulgence perfect for a busy weeknight. Make it ahead – cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 331.9 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cassoulet Style Chicken Thighs

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How to Make Cassoulet Style Chicken Thighs

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Tear 1 slice of bread into pieces and process in a food processor into about ⅓ cup coarse crumbs.
  3. In a small bowl, toss breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add 1 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 4) to the skillet in a single layer and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  6. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Pour in ½ cup dry white wine and increase heat to high. Cook, scraping up browned bits, until the wine reduces by half, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Mash ½ cup of the 1 (15-ounce) can of cannellini beans with a fork. Add the mashed beans, remaining whole beans, 1 cup chicken broth, ½ cup water, 8 ounces low-fat kielbasa, sliced, and the reserved chicken to the skillet.
  10. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  11. Sprinkle the prepared breadcrumbs over the chicken and beans.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crispy.
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

7g

Carbs

11g

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