Chicken Stew with White Beans and Tomato Sauce

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: great northern beans

Great northern beans are often less expensive and have a similar texture.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Drumsticks are typically cheaper while still providing rich flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option for cooking.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using water with bouillon is a cost-effective way to add flavor.

Heat a saucepan and bring it to a boil.

Boil the chicken breast for 20-25 minutes if it has no skin and bones. When ready, slice it.

Slice the carrots, celery sticks, and jalapeno.

Heat a skillet, add vegetable oil and add all the veggies.

Season them with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes.

Season with paprika powder, and add chopped celery and parsley.

Stir and add red beans, tomato sauce, and boiled chicken.

Cook everything for about 4-5 minutes, or until the sauce reduces.

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