Description
These Creamy Garlic Parmesan Butter Beans are the definition of cozy, soul-warming food. Imagine tender, buttery beans swimming in a rich, velvety garlic parmesan sauce that comes together in a single pan. This high-protein dish is fast, fresh, and incredibly satisfying, perfect as a hearty side or a light main course. Whether enjoyed on its own with crusty sourdough or alongside a protein, it is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
2 cans (15 oz each) butter beans, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup chopped halal chicken strips, pre-cooked
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until it starts to bubble slightly.
Add the minced garlic and chicken strips, sautéing for 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the smoked paprika and fresh thyme.
Add the butter beans and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beans.
Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and glossy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.
Substitution: If you don’t have butter beans, large lima beans or chickpeas work beautifully.
Texture: To make the sauce extra thick, mash a few beans against the side of the pan with your spoon.
Variation: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg