By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 1, 2026

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Chicken and Beans Stew

Serves 6

196 cal · 65 min

Chicken and Beans Stew

Recipe GLPR88db6642d0a046

4.0(1)
Main Course
65 min
196 cal
Servings: 6
Stovetop
SNAP eligible

A hearty one-pot stew featuring tender chicken thighs simmered with kidney beans in a rich tomato-based sauce brightened with vinegar. This comforting dish comes together with simple aromatic vegetables and minimal seasonings, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

5 chicken thighs

1 medium onion

1 clove garlic

1 can (8 ounces) low-sodium tomato sauce

1 can (15 ounces) low-sodium kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, removing excess skin if desired. Dice the medium onion into small pieces and mince the garlic clove.

  2. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are partially cooked and beginning to brown on the outside, approximately 8-10 minutes.

  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. Pour in the tomato sauce and vinegar, then stir in the sugar. Season with salt and pepper to your preference. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.

  6. Drain and rinse the kidney beans, then add them to the pot. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring gently to combine, until the beans are heated through and the flavors are fully blended.

  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot in bowls.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

Every ingredient is stocked at any of the six major chains in Charlotte with zero specialty stops required. Cost per serving lands around $1.50-$1.80 depending on chicken thigh pricing, making this budget-friendly for a family weeknight. The stated 65 minutes is honest for browning chicken, sautéing aromatics, and simmering until tender, though active hands-on time is closer to 15 minutes. This is a forgiving, hands-off braise that reheats beautifully and feeds a family without fussiness, though it's not particularly tied to North Carolina's seasonal strengths or regional traditions.

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