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One-Pot Sausage and White Bean Skillet with Spinach
A hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that comes together in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
Prep 10 min
Cook 35 min
Total 45 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Skillet
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot), casings removed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For Serving (Optional)
- Crusty bread
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1
Brown Sausage
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving drippings in the skillet.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Simmer Beans and Tomatoes
Stir in the rinsed cannellini beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 4
Combine and Cook
Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Wilt Spinach and Serve
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition per serving: 520 cal · 38g protein · 35g carbs · 25g fat · 10g fiber
