Simple Chicken Cacciatore

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Simple Chicken Cacciatore recipe for a quick and easy dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 whole chicken , cut into 8 pieces
2 cups ketchup
1 green bell pepper , diced
1 onion , diced
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
462
Sugar
24g
Fat
23g
Simple Chicken Cacciatore is an easy to make Italian-American dish. The word 'Cacciatore' means 'hunter' in Italian, and the dish is traditionally made with game meat. However, chicken has become the popular choice for modern-day cooks. Chicken Cacciatore can be traced back to the Renaissance period where it was used as the main course for wedding feasts. The simple combination of chicken, vegetables, and tomato sauce creates a hearty and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.Heat up oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from pan.
2.In the same pan, sauté onion and bell pepper until soft.
3.Mix in ketchup, water, vinegar, and seasonings.
4.Add chicken to the pan and cover. Cook for 25-30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
5.Serve hot over pasta or rice.

PROS

This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious.

The combination of ketchup, vegetables, and seasonings creates a rich and flavorful sauce.

Chicken Cacciatore is a versatile dish that can be served over pasta, rice, or with a side of bread.

CONS

This recipe uses ketchup as a major ingredient, which may not be preferred by some individuals.

This dish contains relatively high levels of sodium and sugar due to the ketchup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken Cacciatore is a great source of lean protein.
The dish is also packed with vitamins and minerals from the vegetables used in the recipe such as, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

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