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Hearty Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet: A Comforting Delight!

Hearty Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, smoky sausage, and hearty beans in a flavorful broth, topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1 pound smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can 15 ounces white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chicken.
  3. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, white beans, chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the chicken and sausage to the pot, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Preheat the oven to 400°F. After 30 minutes, remove the bay leaf and sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top of the cassoulet.
  7. Transfer the pot to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.
  8. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while sautéing the vegetables.
  • You can also substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breast for a leaner option.

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