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Chicken Cacciatore


Description

A classic Italian dish with tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with vegetables and herbs.


Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 400g canned diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a few hours before cooking.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: chicken, cacciatore, italian, tomato, main course, stovetop