Greens and Bean with Sausage
Transform weeknight dining with this hearty and flavorful Greens and Beans with Sausage recipe—a one-pan wonder that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Juicy Italian sausage is browned to perfection, then paired with tender cannellini beans, vibrant kale or Swiss chard, and a fragrant medley of garlic, onions, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmered in savory chicken broth and finished with a bright splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, this comforting dish strikes the perfect balance of earthy, tangy, and umami flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the ultimate cozy meal when served with crusty bread for dipping. Perfect for fans of easy, protein-packed dinners with a Mediterranean flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans
- 1 bunch kale or Swiss chard
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese
- 4 slices bread, crusty
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Remove the casings from the Italian sausage if needed, and crumble the sausage into the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add the onion to the same pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Drain and rinse the cannellini beans. Strip the kale or Swiss chard from the stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Return the browned sausage to the pan, then add the cannellini beans, greens, and chicken broth. Stir everything together to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and saute for 6-8 minutes, until the greens have wilted and the flavors are well combined.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir in the lemon juice for brightness.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top of the dish. Serve warm alongside crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.6 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.4 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 385 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 9451 mg | 411% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.6 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.3 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 191.8 g | 384% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1832 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 39.1 mg | 217% | |
| Potassium | 7913 mg | 168% | |
*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.
