Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish made with braised chicken, onions, garlic, bell peppers, and tomatoes. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed with pasta or bread.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning chicken
- 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 1 piece onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 piece red bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes canned
- 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, making sure they are submerged in the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Serve Chicken Cacciatore hot with pasta or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg