Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet Recipe

Name: Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 each chicken drumsticks or thighs; 1 tsp kosher or sea salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 16 oz package smoked sausage, cut into 3-inch pieces; 3 tbsp olive oil, divided; 1 16-ounce package smoked sausage, cut into 3-inch pieces; 1 large onion, chopped medium-size; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 19-ounce cans cannellini or other white beans, rinsed and drained; 14 1/2 oz can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1 cup plain breadcrumbs, divided; 1 Garnish: fresh thyme sprigs

Servings: persons

6 each chicken drumsticks or thighs
1 tsp kosher or sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
16 oz package smoked sausage, cut into 3-inch pieces
3 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 16-ounce package smoked sausage, cut into 3-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped medium-size
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 19-ounce cans cannellini or other white beans, rinsed and drained
14 1/2 oz can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 cup plain breadcrumbs, divided
1 Garnish: fresh thyme sprigs

1
Preheat oven to 300F.
2
Sprinkle chicken all over with salt and pepper.
3
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown meat in 2 tablespoons olive oil, about 5 minutes.
4
Turn and brown other side, about 5 minutes longer.
5
Remove from skillet and set aside.
6
Add sausage to skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
7
Remove from skillet and set aside.
8
Add remaining olive oil to skillet.
9
Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
10
Return chicken and sausage to skillet.
11
Add beans, tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
12
Bring to a boil and sprinkle with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
13
Bake, covered, 2 hours.
14
Then uncover and sprinkle with remaining breadcrumbs.
15
Bake 20 minutes longer, or until cassoulet is golden.
16
Remove bay leaf before serving.
17
Garnish with thyme sprigs

721

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 each chicken drumsticks or thighs, 1 tsp kosher or sea salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 16 oz package smoked sausage, cut into 3-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!