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Chicken and white bean casserole recipe

Try this fresh and protein-packed chicken and white bean casserole with pasta or extra vegies.

Written by Anna Debenham

23 June 2016 •1 min read

  • Serves: 6

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What to do

    1. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°F.

    2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large casserole dish over a medium-high heat. Sear the chicken in batches for 1 minute or until golden. Remove from dish and set aside.

    3. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, add onion and cook, stirring for 2 minutes or until soft. Add in garlic, celery and carrot and cook for a further 2 minutes.

    4. Add water and stock to the pan along with the seared chicken, red lentils, oregano and cannellini beans and bring to the boil. Cover and cook in oven for an hour.

    5. Remove from oven, stir in pesto and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    6. Serve with al dente pasta or your favourite roast vegetables and some steamed seasonal vegetables.
Written by Anna Debenham

Anna is a leading Australian Dietitian and keynote speaker who co-founded nutrition consulting company, The Biting Truth. Anna works with businesses, schools and childcares to create and implement fully tailored nutrition programs.

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