A rustic Italian-inspired skillet with savory sausage, creamy white beans, and garlic-kissed tomatoes — ready in 30 minutes, one pan, zero stress.

This recipe feels like something straight out of a little farmhouse kitchen in the hills of Tuscany — but it only takes 30 minutes and one skillet to make.
Skillet Tuscan Sausage and Beans is hearty, nourishing, and full of simple, real-food flavor.

I first made this on a cold night when I didn’t feel like doing a full dinner production. I had some chicken sausage, a can of white beans, and a basket of cherry tomatoes that needed using. Tossed everything into a pan, added some garlic and fresh herbs — and wow. Total comfort food moment.

This is one of those meals you’ll want to curl up with, but it’s still light enough to keep you feeling good.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 lb Italian chicken or turkey sausage, sliced into rounds

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed

• ½ tsp dried thyme

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1–2 cups fresh spinach or kale (optional)

• Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

• Grated parmesan, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brown the sausage:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté aromatics:
   In the same skillet, add onion and garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

3. Add tomatoes and beans:
   Stir in cherry tomatoes, beans, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tomatoes start to soften and burst.

4. Bring it all together:
   Return sausage to the pan. Add spinach or kale if using, and cook for 2–3 more minutes until greens are wilted and everything is warmed through.

5. Serve:
   Garnish with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of parmesan if desired. Serve with crusty bread, over rice, or just as it is!

Sarah’s Tips:

• Make it creamy: Stir in a splash of cream or a spoonful of cream cheese for a creamy Tuscan-style twist.

• Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

• No fresh herbs? A squeeze of lemon over the top at the end adds a nice brightness.

Why You’ll Love It:

It’s everything you want from a one-pan dinner: hearty, wholesome, and packed with flavor — without a bunch of fancy ingredients or extra steps. This is real comfort food made simple. Cozy, rustic, and perfect for when you want to eat well without overthinking it.

Nutrition (Per Serving, makes 4 servings):

• Calories: 410

• Protein: 26g

• Carbs: 22g

• Fat: 24g

• Fiber: 5g

• Sugar: 4g