Description
A classic Italian dish, Chicken Cacciatore is a flavorful stew featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce with aromatic herbs and vegetables. This hearty and comforting meal is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken Cacciatore:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Deglaze with white wine, then add tomatoes, broth, herbs, and red pepper flakes. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer until tender.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in olives, simmer uncovered briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve hot over your choice of accompaniment.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs and ensure a good sear. For boneless chicken, reduce simmering time.
- This dish reheats well and tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
