Dinner

This one pot skillet is a gluten-free, high in protein and fiber dinner made with real, whole ingredients. Packed with lean chicken, fiber-rich white beans, garlic and herbs, it’s healthy comfort food perfect for busy weeknights.

One Pot Creamy Tuscan White Bean & Chicken Skillet

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One Pot Creamy Tuscan White Bean & Chicken Skillet

One Pot Creamy Tuscan White Bean & Chicken Skillet

This one pot skillet is a gluten-free, high in protein and fiber dinner made with real, whole ingredients. Packed with lean chicken, fiber-rich white beans, garlic and herbs, it’s healthy comfort food perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt + pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (or cashew cream)
  • 2 cans cannellini beans, drained + rinsed
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups baby spinach or arugula
  • Fresh basil or parsley
  • Optional: squeeze of lemon

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Season chicken with salt + pepper and sear until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan.
  4. Stir in coconut milk, beans, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Nestle chicken back into the pot. Simmer uncovered 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in spinach (or arugula) until wilted. Finish with lemon and herbs.