Italian Sausage and White Beans

Savor the comforting flavors of a hearty one-pan meal with this Italian Sausage and White Beans recipe! Perfectly seared Italian sausage—choose from mild or spicy—pairs beautifully with tender white beans, sweet diced tomatoes, and a savory blend of fresh rosemary and thyme. Simmered in a rich chicken broth, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it piping hot with a side of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful, aromatic broth, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color. Bursting with rustic Italian charm, this high-protein dinner is simple, satisfying, and utterly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links Italian sausage (mild or spicy, as preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 15-ounce cans Canned white beans (such as cannellini beans), drained and rinsed
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 loaf Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage links to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside. Once cooled slightly, slice the sausage into rounds.

Step 3

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the canned white beans, chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Return the sliced sausage to the skillet, ensuring it is evenly distributed among the beans and liquid.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper, if necessary.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2640.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3014.5

Total Fat 118.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200.0mg	0%
Sodium 7657.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 359.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 140.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 755.2mg	0%
Iron 35.1mg	0%
Potassium 5061.8mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 46.9%