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Chicken, Kale and White Bean Stew

By Fiona Haynes, About.com

Chicken, Kale and White Bean Stew

Chicken, Kale and White Bean Stew

Fiona Haynes
Enjoy this great fall and winter stew with some whole grain bread to mop up the juices.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tsp canola oil
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped (3/4 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces
  • 1 bunch kale (about 3/4 pound), cut from stem and cut into ribbons
  • 1 15 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup no-salt-added tomato paste
  • 1 15 ounce cannellini beans (white kidney beans), rinsed and drained
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation:

Heat oil on medium heat in large skillet. Sauté onions, garlic and mushrooms for 3-4 minutes. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, until no longer pink on outside. Add kale in two or more batches and cook until wilted. Pour tomatoes into skillet, Stir in tomato paste, then add beans. Stir, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Serves 4

Per Serving: Calories 370, Calories from Fat 43, Total Fat 4.8g (sat0.7g), Cholesterol 85mg, Sodium 473mg, Carbohydrate 42.1g, Fiber 10.8g, Protein 39.7g

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