Cassoulet-Style Bean Casserole

Cassoulet, the hearty bean stew of southwest France, traditionally slow-cooks white beans with rich meats until deeply savory. This casserole-style take layers sausage, chicken, and bacon under a golden breadcrumb crust for cozy dinner comfort.

Serves 8 · 30 min prep · 90 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 12g fiber

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Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked dried white beans, soaked and cookedPantry
• 12 oz garlic sausage or kielbasa, slicedMeat
• 4 chicken thighs, bone-inMeat
• 4 oz bacon or salt pork, dicedMeat
• 1 onion, dicedProduce
• 2 carrots, dicedProduce
• 4 cloves garlic, mincedProduce
• 1 cup crushed tomatoesPantry
• 2 cups chicken brothPantry
• to taste thyme and bay leafSpices
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbsPantry

Instructions

1. 1Heat oven to 325°F. Brown bacon, sausage, and chicken; set meats aside. Soften onion, carrot, and garlic.
2. 2Combine beans, tomatoes, broth, herbs, and meats in a Dutch oven or deep casserole.
3. 3Top with breadcrumbs; bake uncovered 1–1 1/2 hours, breaking crust once or twice, until thick and golden.
4. 4Rest 10 minutes; remove bay leaf.