Crock Pot Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet

Slow-cooked perfection meets French comfort food in this hearty Crock Pot Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet. Featuring tender, seared chicken thighs and smoky sausage combined with creamy white beans, vibrant vegetables, and a fragrant tomato-herb broth, this dish is a symphony of flavors brought together in your slow cooker. The medley of aromatic dried thyme, rosemary, and a hint of garlic infuses the cassoulet as it simmers, creating a rich and satisfying meal that's perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. Serve this rustic one-pot wonder with crusty bread or over fluffy rice to soak up the savory juices, and don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an extra touch of vibrant freshness. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this slow-cooker cassoulet is the ultimate make-ahead comfort food that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 12 ounces smoked sausage (such as Andouille or Kielbasa), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 2 cups canned white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
• 2 pieces carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with their juice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the sliced sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In a 6-quart crock pot, add the drained and rinsed white beans, sliced carrots, diced celery, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Place the seared chicken thighs and browned sausage slices on top of the vegetables.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf. Mix well.

Step 6

Pour the tomato and broth mixture over the chicken, sausage, and vegetables in the crock pot.

Step 7

Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours (or on HIGH for 4-5 hours) until the chicken and vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added freshness and flavor.

Step 10

Serve warm with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2470.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3053.8

Total Fat 167.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 950.1mg	0%
Sodium 8169.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 234.8g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 632.1mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 5615.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 18.7%