Name: Italian Chicken & White Bean Skillet
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 (15-oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 cups baby spinach; 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil (plus more for garnish)

Italian Chicken & White Bean Skillet

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This Italian Chicken & White Bean Skillet is a weeknight dinner hero—packed with protein, brimming with Mediterranean flavors, and ready in under 40 minutes. Juicy seared chicken breasts are paired with creamy cannellini beans, sweet bell peppers, and a bright tomato sauce, all brought together by fragrant herbs. Baby spinach adds a pop of green and extra nutrition, while fresh basil lifts the whole dish with its aromatic freshness. It’s satisfying, hearty, and makes the most of pantry staples—no rice, potatoes, or pasta required. Serve with crusty bread or a crisp salad for a complete meal.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thickly.
In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add onion and bell pepper, sauté 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add garlic, oregano, and thyme; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in cannellini beans and diced tomatoes (with their juice). Simmer 5 minutes to meld flavors.
Add spinach, stirring until just wilted. Return sliced chicken to skillet and nestle into the sauce. Simmer 2 more minutes to warm through.
Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve directly from the skillet. Garnish with extra basil if desired.