White Bean Roasted Pepper Chicken (Printable)

A savory stew featuring shredded chicken, navy beans, and sweet roasted red peppers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (approximately 2 chicken breasts)
02 - 2 cans (15 oz each) navy beans, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 celery stalk, finely diced

→ Liquids

07 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt, adjust to taste
13 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnishes

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add shredded chicken, navy beans, roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, thyme, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to integrate all ingredients.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
05 - Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the stew thickens slightly and flavors combine.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
07 - Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 45 minutes with zero fussing, perfect for nights when you're hungry but tired.
  • The combination of tender beans, juicy chicken, and sweet roasted peppers somehow feels both comforting and bright.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and packed with enough protein to actually fill you up.
02 -
  • Don't skip the sautéing step even though it's tempting; those 3 to 4 minutes of sweating the onions and celery is what transforms this from ingredients into a dish.
  • The broth thickens slightly from the beans breaking down, so if you end up with something too thick, a splash of water fixes it instantly.
03 -
  • Use a good quality smoked paprika; it's the one ingredient that determines whether this tastes homemade or forgettable.
  • Don't skip the fresh garlic—jarred garlic makes the whole thing taste tinny and tired.
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