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Easy One-Pan Tuscan White Bean Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring crispy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with creamy white beans, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and rosemary. Perfect for a cozy, flavorful meal ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 g)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) cannellini or Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried rosemary)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice from half a lemon
  • Optional: a handful of baby spinach or kale

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-7 minutes without moving until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
  5. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.
  6. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside. Drain excess fat from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
  7. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  8. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
  9. Stir in the drained white beans and chopped rosemary. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  10. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them on top of the beans and tomatoes skin-side up.
  11. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  12. Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything.
  13. If using, stir in a handful of baby spinach or kale and let it wilt in the hot pan for a minute.
  14. Serve immediately with the beans spooned over or alongside.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly for crispy skin. Do not move chicken while searing to develop a golden crust. Use fresh rosemary if possible for best flavor. If skillet is not oven-safe, transfer to a baking dish after searing. For leftovers, reheat gently in a skillet to preserve crispiness. Freeze chicken and beans separately for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: one-pan, Tuscan, chicken thighs, white beans, easy dinner, quick recipe, comfort food, garlic, rosemary, cherry tomatoes

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