Name: High-Protein BBQ Chicken & White Bean Bake
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast; 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce (look for 30 cal/2 tbsp); 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 red bell peppers, sliced thin; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 cups baby spinach; Nonstick spray or 1 tsp olive oil (for pan)

High-Protein BBQ Chicken & White Bean Bake

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This High-Protein BBQ Chicken & White Bean Bake is the ultimate American comfort food reimagined for a lean, protein-packed dinner. With tender chicken breast, fiber-rich cannellini beans, and a tangy, smoky BBQ glaze, this one-dish meal delivers major satisfaction without the heavy calories or fat of classic BBQ feasts. Fresh veggies add sweetness and color, and a last-minute flourish of spinach keeps things vibrant and nutrient-rich. It’s simple, quick, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser—perfect for fueling your goals while pleasing your taste buds!

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Spray a large baking dish with nonstick spray or lightly grease with 1 tsp olive oil.
In the prepared dish, scatter the sliced onions and bell peppers evenly. Sprinkle with half the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Lay chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Season chicken with remaining smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush chicken generously with BBQ sauce, reserving 1/4 cup.
Scatter drained cannellini beans around the chicken in the dish. Drizzle the beans and vegetables with the remaining BBQ sauce. Toss gently to coat but keep chicken mostly covered with sauce.
Bake uncovered for 28-32 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
Remove from oven and immediately scatter baby spinach over the hot dish, gently folding it into the beans and veggies until just wilted. Let rest 3-5 minutes before serving.
Slice the chicken breasts and serve each portion with plenty of beans and veggies, spooning extra sauce from the pan over the top.