This easy beans bacon and chicken skillet is full of tender, juicy chicken, bacon, baked beans, and cheese. It's a hearty dish perfect for any occasion, especially during the summer months.

I love hearty meals, and now that spring and summer are coming, I've got a huge winner here. This recipe combines a base of baked beans - a summer classic - with chicken, bacon, and other ingredients to create a delicious, one-pot meal that everyone in my family loves.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• It only uses a handful of simple ingredients.
• It's a quick and easy recipe that uses one skillet.
• The bacon, chicken, baked beans, and cheese make a super-hearty meal.

Top Tip

After cooking the onions and bacon, remove them from the skillet with a slotted spoon. You want the bacon grease to stay in the skillet for cooking the bacon.

Ingredients

It only takes a handful of basic ingredients to make this recipe. You probably have most of them in your kitchen right now, and any you don't have are available at your local grocery store. The main ingredients are listed here, but you'll find the complete list of ingredients along with amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Onions, chopped
• Bacon, chopped
• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
• Baked beans in tomato sauce
• Shredded cheese

Instructions

This easy recipe is made in one skillet, so both prep and cleanup are a breeze. It only takes a few minutes and a few simple steps, and you'll have one amazing dish. The highlights are listed here, but you'll find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1: Cook the bacon and onions.

2: Remove and cook the chicken in the same skillet.

3: Combine the chicken, bacon, and onions in the same skillet.

4: Add the beans and cheese and cook until the cheese is melted.

Substitutions and Variations

• You can make this with pork and beef chunks, as well.
• Use your favorite brand and variety of bacon for this recipe.
• Your favorite baked beans will work perfectly.
• For a spicy version, add dices jalapenos.

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Skillet

Storage

Refrigerator: Store for up to 3 days in an air-tight container.

Freezer: Store for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container.

Reheat: Place the beans bacon and chicken in a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until heated through.

Make Ahead: This dish reheats very well, and some people think it's even better the next day. Feel free to make it a day in advance.

What to Serve with Beans Bacon and Chicken

This easy, delicious skillet is a full meal all on its own. It's basically a super-loaded variation of baked beans that's been turned into a full meal so serve it with all your favorite skillet and summer side options. Some nice ideas include:

• Breadsticks
• Garlic bread
• Side salad
• Roasted potatoes
• Mac and cheese
• Pasta salad
• Coleslaw

Tips

• Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and onions after cooking them. That bacon grease is what you'll cook the chicken in.
• When the chicken is finished, remove it from the pan and wipe it clean so you don't end up with a greasy dish.
• A pot works wonderfully if you don't have a skillet large enough to accommodate all the ingredients.

FAQ

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