Description
This Herbed Chicken with Cannellini Beans recipe is a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a wholesome weeknight meal. Tender chicken thighs are seasoned with aromatic herbs and cooked with creamy cannellini beans in a savory broth, creating a satisfying and nutritious dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Herbed Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Beans:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional for Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and oregano.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Beans: In the same skillet, cook onion until softened, then add garlic. Pour in chicken broth, add cannellini beans, and return chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lemon juice, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish is delicious when served with crusty bread or steamed greens.
- Chicken breasts can be used as a substitute, adjusting cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with beans
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
