Quick Pork Cassoulet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting Quick Pork Cassoulet—a hearty, flavor-packed meal ready in just under an hour! Featuring tender, caramelized chunks of pork shoulder simmered with aromatic onions, garlic, and sweet carrots in a rich tomato and white bean stew, this dish brings French-inspired elegance to your table without the lengthy preparation. A golden panko breadcrumb topping, toasted in buttery perfection and crisped under the broiler, adds a delightful crunch to every bite. Infused with fresh thyme and finished with a sprinkle of parsley, this one-pot wonder is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this cassoulet recipe is guaranteed to impress the whole family!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless pork shoulder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 14.5 oz can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 15 oz cans canned white beans
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork cubes until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium, and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced carrots. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (including their juices), drained and rinsed white beans, chicken broth, fresh thyme, and bay leaf. Return the pork to the skillet and mix everything together.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and cook over low heat for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

While the cassoulet simmers, melt the butter in a small skillet. Add the panko breadcrumbs and toast over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside.

Step 7

Preheat the broiler on high. Remove the skillet lid, sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs evenly over the cassoulet, and broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is golden and crisp.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2393 grams (2393.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3479

Total Fat 160.80g	206%
Saturated Fat 53.40g	267%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.00g
Cholesterol 437mg	146%
Sodium 7121mg	310%
Total Carbohydrate 334.30g	122%
Dietary Fiber 77.10g	275%
Total Sugars 47.90g
Protein 188.90g	378%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 985mg	76%
Iron 31mg	171%
Potassium 7538mg	160%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.9%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 37.8%