Cajun Chicken Cassoulet

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Cajun Chicken Cassoulet
75 min.
6
671kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of the south right into your kitchen? Our Cajun Chicken Cassoulet is a delightful twist on the classic French dish, infused with the bold and rich flavors of Cajun seasoning. Perfect for those who follow gluten-free and dairy-free diets, this hearty main dish is not only satisfying but also packed with wholesome ingredients that your whole family will love.

This recipe brings together tender chicken thighs and smoky Cajun sausage, combined with creamy cannellini beans and an array of colorful vegetables, including okra, bell peppers, and onions. The result is a bubbling pot of goodness that warms both the heart and the soul. With a prep time of just 75 minutes, you’ll have more time to savor the rich aromas wafting through your home as you eagerly anticipate a mouthwatering dinner.

Whether it’s a cozy lunch, a satisfying dinner, or even a special gathering with friends, this Cajun Chicken Cassoulet is sure to impress everyone at the table. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that not only celebrates the essence of Cajun cuisine but also showcases your culinary skills. Let’s dive into this flavorful journey and elevate your dining experience with a dish that is as delicious as it is fulfilling!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons cajun spice 
  • 32 oz cannellini beans drained and rinsed canned
  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced canned
  • rib celery stalks chopped
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth 
  • 2.3 lb chicken thighs 
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • medium size bell pepper green chopped
  • 16 oz okra frozen thawed sliced
  • large onion chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 16 oz andouille smoked cut into 1/2-inch slices

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • oven
  • slotted spoon
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Cook sausage in a large cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes or until browned.
  3. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels, reserving drippings in Dutch oven.
  4. Sprinkle chicken with salt. Cook chicken in hot drippings over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
  5. Remove from Dutch oven.
  6. Add onion and next 3 ingredients to Dutch oven, and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  7. Add beans, next 4 ingredients, chicken, and sausage; cover with lid.
  8. Bake, covered, at 400 for 40 minutes or until bubbly. If desired, sprinkle with Toasted Herbed Breadcrumb Topping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories671kcal
Protein33.55%
Fat37.56%
Carbs28.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.83
Glycemic Load
10.89
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
42.882608703945%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
21.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:671.13kcal
33.56%
Fat:28.1g
43.23%
Saturated Fat:8.92g
55.73%
Carbohydrates:48.63g
16.21%
Net Carbohydrates:36.67g
13.33%
Sugar:6.44g
7.15%
Cholesterol:216.44mg
72.15%
Sodium:1503.83mg
65.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:56.47g
112.93%
Manganese:1.68mg
84.06%
Selenium:52.38µg
74.83%
Vitamin B3:14.02mg
70.11%
Vitamin B6:1.37mg
68.72%
Phosphorus:622.88mg
62.29%
Vitamin C:42.13mg
51.06%
Potassium:1774.98mg
50.71%
Vitamin B1:0.74mg
49.22%
Fiber:11.96g
47.85%
Magnesium:188.61mg
47.15%
Iron:8.3mg
46.12%
Zinc:6.65mg
44.35%
Folate:169.53µg
42.38%
Vitamin B12:2.24µg
37.37%
Copper:0.74mg
37.04%
Vitamin K:38.71µg
36.87%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.59%
Vitamin B5:3.11mg
31.1%
Calcium:231.48mg
23.15%
Vitamin A:1052.41IU
21.05%
Vitamin E:2.81mg
18.74%
Vitamin D:0.83µg
5.54%
Source:My Recipes