Chicken and beans casserole with greens
Background
If you’re looking for a comforting chicken casserole recipe that’s wholesome, budget-friendly, and packed with nutrients, this chicken and bean casserole with greens is the perfect choice. Made with just half a chicken, this dish proves you don’t need a lot of meat to create a hearty family meal. By combining tender chicken pieces with creamy cannellini beans, fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, you’ll have a warming one-pot dish that’s both healthy and satisfying.
What makes this casserole so great is its versatility. You can use whatever greens you have on hand – Brussels sprouts, kale or green beans all work beautifully. The beans add extra protein and creaminess, while the seasonal veggies provide flavour, texture and colour. With just a handful of simple ingredients and one heavy-based casserole dish, you can create a nutritious dinner for four that’s perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend meals.
Serve it on its own as a complete meal, or with crusty bread to soak up the flavoursome broth.
Ingredients
- ½ chicken (cut into 4 pieces)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 Tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped (or 1 tsp dried oregano)
- 1 carrot, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 small broccoli, broken into florets
- 750 ml chicken stock
- 100g Brussels sprouts, kale, or green beans
- 1 tin cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- Fresh parsley, chopped (to serve)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into 4 pieces. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-based casserole dish and brown the chicken pieces lightly on all sides. Remove and set aside on a plate.
- Add the chopped onion to the dish and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, rosemary, thyme, tarragon (or oregano), and carrot, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken stock and bring to the boil. Return the chicken pieces to the pan, cover, and cook gently for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and Brussels sprouts (or kale/green beans). Cover again and cook for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the drained cannellini beans and cook for a further 5 minutes to warm through.
- Scatter with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot, either on its own or with crusty bread.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Dinner - Everyday - Lunch - Main - One Pot - Supper
- Cuisines: - French
- Occasions: - Dinner Party - Sunday Lunch
- Ingredients: - Beans - Chicken & Turkey
- Health and Diet: - Combination - Dairy Free - Egg Free - Gluten Free - Healthy - High Fibre - Low Carb - Nut Free - Sugar Free
- Skill Levels: - Easy
You might also like
Recent Recipes
-
Grilled Tuna Skewers with Vegetables
This grilled tuna skewer recipe is simple yet full of...
Recipe by Dinna | -
Aussie humburger
The Australian burger — better known as the Aussie burger...
Recipe by Dinna | -
Easy lentil and sausage salad
This easy lentil and sausage salad is a great way...
Recipe by Dinna | -
Chocolate and Almond Cruffin
A cruffin is a delicious hybrid of a croissant and...
Recipe by Dinna |
Site Search – use quotes ” ” for an exact phrase match
Recent Posts
-
Sauerkraut
Sauerkraut a simple yet remarkably versatile fermented cabbage, has a...
Post by Dinna | -
How to make kefir
The exact origin of kefir remains shrouded in mystery, but...
Post by Dinna | -
Egg muffins
Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the...
Post by Dinna |
Like Us On Facebook …








