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Chicken Cacciatore

Savory Chicken Cacciatore: Your Comfort Food Fix

Enjoy the rich flavors of Chicken Cacciatore, a comforting Italian dish with juicy chicken and vibrant vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks Bone-in, skin-on for best flavor.
For the Base
  • 1 medium Onion Finely sliced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Vegetables
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Button mushrooms, sliced.
  • 1 medium Capsicum (Bell Peppers) Sliced or substitute with fennel.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 28 ounces Canned Crushed Tomato Quality brand recommended.
  • 1 cup Red Wine Pinot Noir, or chicken stock for non-alcoholic.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Low sodium preferred.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Olives (Kalamata) Pitted and chopped.
  • 2 teaspoons Herbs (Rosemary and Dried Oregano) Fresh rosemary is ideal.
  • 2 anchovies Anchovies Optional, enhances umami.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Cacciatore
  1. Season chicken thighs and drumsticks generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add chicken skin-side down. Cook for 6-7 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 6 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet, add more olive oil if needed, then sauté onion and rosemary for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and anchovies, cooking for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and capsicum, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to enhance flavor.
  6. Pour in red wine, reduce for 3-4 minutes, then add canned crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  7. Nestle browned chicken into sauce, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove lid and stir in Kalamata olives, simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes to thicken sauce.
  9. Serve Chicken Cacciatore over mashed potatoes or polenta, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a unique twist, you can substitute vegetables based on availability or preference.

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