Crock Pot Easy Cassoulet
Warm up your kitchen with the comforting flavors of this Crock Pot Easy Cassoulet—a simplified take on the classic French dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely gatherings. This slow-cooker recipe combines tender chicken thighs, savory smoked sausage, and crispy bacon with hearty great Northern beans and a medley of aromatic vegetables in a rich, herb-infused tomato broth. With just 20 minutes of prep time, the slow cooker does all the work, melding the flavors over hours into a soul-warming one-pot meal. Whether you’re serving it on a chilly evening or impressing guests with its rustic charm, this cassoulet is easy to make, deeply satisfying, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and enjoy the cozy, slow-cooked perfection. Keywords: Crock Pot, Easy Cassoulet, French-inspired, slow cooker recipe, chicken thighs, smoked sausage, comfort food, hearty meal, one-pot dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 15-ounce cans canned great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 14.5-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
In the same skillet, sear the chicken thighs on both sides until lightly browned (about 2-3 minutes per side). Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Add the sausage to the slow cooker.
To the bacon fat in the skillet, add the chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften. Transfer to the slow cooker.
Add the great Northern beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, white wine (if using), and tomato paste to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with dried thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and add the bay leaf.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 hours or on high heat for 3 hours.
Once the cooking time is complete, remove the bay leaf and taste the cassoulet. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the cassoulet hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.4 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.6 g | 283% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 8243 mg | 358% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 193.6 g | 387% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 4149 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
