Description
This 10-minute herbed chicken with cannellini beans is the ultimate quick dinner idea for busy nights! Using leftover chicken and canned beans, this dish is high in protein, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a great choice for healthy homemade recipes. Packed with aromatic herbs like dill and mint, it’s a simple yet flavorful meal perfect for meal prep or a light lunch. Pair it with a fresh salad or hummus for a complete, nourishing dish
Ingredients
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- 1 small onion, thinly chopped
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp dried mint
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 1 minute until translucent.
- Stir in the dill, mint, and red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add the shredded chicken and cannellini beans, stirring well to absorb the flavors. Let cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and continue cooking for 1-2 more minutes, stirring frequently.
- Season with a pinch of salt, then remove from heat.
- Serve immediately with a side salad, hummus, or whole-grain toast. Enjoy!
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg