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Chicken Cassoulet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 476kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Brown rice
  • 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Red onion chopped
  • 4 clove Garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups Chicken broth extra if needed, to get it to your desired consistency
  • 3 inch Lemongrass piece
  • 3 oz Chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 1 medium Zucchini quartered or sliced into bite sized half circles
  • 1/4 cup Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch dissolved in an equal amount of water
  • 1 tbsp Fresh cilantro plus more for garnish
  • 2 slices Crusty bread toasted or warmed in the oven prior to serving
  • 1 tsp Fresno Chili Peppers minced, optional garnish

Instructions

  • In a saucepan or pot season the rice with salt and pepper. Cook the rice according to the directions on the package. Once tender, drain any excess water if needed. Cover with a lid and set aside to keep warm.
  • Heat a pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the oil. Saute the onion and garlic, until golden brown.
  • Add the broth, lemongrass, and chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and simmer until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 155°F using a thermometer.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot. Using two forks pulling in opposite directions, pull the chicken apart to shred. Return the chicken to the pot along with the zucchini and beans; continue simmering until the zucchini is tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the cornstarch slurry a little at a time to thicken to a creamy consistency.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro. Remove the lemongrass before serving.
  • Serve with rice and bread. Garnish with Fresno pepper and cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 840mg | Potassium: 1078mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 359IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 5mg