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Bean Chicken

Bean Chicken is a hearty, wholesome dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered with protein-packed beans in a flavorful, herb-spiced tomato sauce. Perfect for quick family meals, healthy comfort food, and budget-friendly dinners that nourish and satisfy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  • Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, beans, chicken broth, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors meld.
  • Uncover and simmer for 5 more minutes to thicken sauce if needed.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 35gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g
Keyword Budget-Friendly Recipes, Easy Weeknight Dinners, good meal prep plans, Healthy Comfort Food, Healthy Meal Plans for Two, High Protein Meals, low calorie chicken meal prep, meal planning chicken, Quick Family Meals
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