Streamlined Cassoulet Recipe

Name: Streamlined Cassoulet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large (1/2 lb.) onion, chopped; 2 large (about 1/2 lb. total) carrots, thinly sliced; 1 small (about 1/4 lb.) red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into julienne strips; 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can stewed tomatoes; 1 3/4 c. (14 1/2 oz. can) regular strength chicken broth; 2/3 c. dry red wine; 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves; 1 dried bay leaf; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/4 tsp. liquid hot pepper seasoning; 2 (14 oz. each) cans white kidney beans (cannellini), drained; 2 whole chicken breasts (each about 1 lb.), skinned, boned and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 lb. turkey kielbasa sausage, cubed; salt

Servings: persons

1 large (1/2 lb.) onion, chopped
2 large (about 1/2 lb. total) carrots, thinly sliced
1 small (about 1/4 lb.) red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into julienne strips
3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
1 3/4 c. (14 1/2 oz. can) regular strength chicken broth
2/3 c. dry red wine
1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1 dried bay leaf
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. liquid hot pepper seasoning
2 (14 oz. each) cans white kidney beans (cannellini), drained
2 whole chicken breasts (each about 1 lb.), skinned, boned and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 lb. turkey kielbasa sausage, cubed
salt

1
In a 5 to 6-quart pan over high heat, combine onion, carrots, bell pepper, garlic and 1/2 cup water.
2
Stir often until browned bits stick in pan.
3
Add another 1/2 cup water. Scrape browned bits free and boil until vegetables begin to brown. Repeat 1 or 2 more times, until vegetables are richly browned.
4
Add tomatoes, broth, wine, thyme, bay leaf, pepper and liquid pepper. Simmer, covered, for 45 minutes to blend flavors.
5
Add beans and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.
6
Add chicken and sausage. Simmer gently until chicken pieces are white in the center (cut to test), about 10 minutes. Ladle into bowls; add salt to taste.

471

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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: 1 large (1/2 lb.) onion, chopped, 2 large (about 1/2 lb. total) carrots, thinly sliced, 1 small (about 1/4 lb.) red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into julienne strips, 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed, and more.

Yes, Streamlined Cassoulet falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Streamlined Cassoulet

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Variations & substitutions

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