Hearty Chicken Meatball Cassoulet Recipe
This Chicken Meatball Cassoulet is a comforting French-inspired stew featuring tender chicken meatballs simmered with creamy beans and rich tomatoes, resulting in a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal perfect for cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cassoulet Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups cooked white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern beans)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes and Beans: Stir in crushed tomatoes, cooked white beans, chicken broth, and dried rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer Meatballs: Carefully place the chicken meatballs into the tomato and bean mixture. Cover the skillet and let everything simmer gently on low heat for about 20-25 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the lid and cook uncovered for another 5 minutes if needed to thicken the sauce. Adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve the cassoulet hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can use dried beans soaked overnight as a substitute for canned beans.
- For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the base when sautéing onions.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead as flavors deepen overnight.
- Serve with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Keywords: chicken meatball cassoulet, French stew, chicken meatballs, beans, tomato stew, comfort food
