Go Back
+ servings
Chicken Cacciatore

Irresistibly Juicy Chicken Cacciatore for Cozy Nights

Chicken Cacciatore is a comforting one-pot meal that captures the essence of Italian cooking with tender chicken in rich tomato-pepper sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs or breasts
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cups bell peppers diced (red/green)
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes or diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • ½ cup red wine optional, can substitute with broth
For the Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup olives optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  2. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add onions and bell peppers; sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Pour in red wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then add crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  4. Return chicken to the pot, cover, and let simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes until done, checking for 165°F internal temperature.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil and parsley. Serve hot over pasta, polenta, or with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chicken Cacciatore can be made in slow cooker; brown chicken first and then cook on low for 4-6 hours.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!