Description
A classic Italian dish, Chicken Cacciatore is a hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken simmered with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and a savory tomato-wine sauce. This comforting one-pot meal is perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs (skin removed)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly. Pour in crushed tomatoes, broth, and wine. Season with oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Add mushrooms and capers, simmer for 10 more minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve hot over pasta, polenta, or bread.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs and simmer longer.
- This dish freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
