Pearl’s Chicken Cacciatore

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Classic Chicken Cacciatore recipe that you will fall in love with
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 tablespoons butter
2 large onions , diced
2 green bell peppers , stemmed , seeded , and diced
3 1/2 - 4 lbs chicken , well rinsed , patted dry , and cut into 8 pieces
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 can stewed tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry red wine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
450
Sugar
10g
Fat
32g
Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It's a one-pot meal that has everything you need: protein, vegetables, and sauce. The chicken is seared until golden brown before being added to a tomato-based sauce that's flavored with garlic, oregano, and bay leaves. The onions and bell peppers add a sweetness that balances out the acidity of the tomatoes. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for a comfortable family dinner on a chilly night.

Instructions

1.Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Add the onions and bell peppers, and cook until the onions are translucent and the peppers are tender, around 5-7 minutes.
3.Remove the onions and peppers from the skillet and set them aside.
4.Add the remaining butter to the skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
5.Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on both sides, around 8-10 minutes per side.
6.Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, around 1 minute.
7.Add the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, bay leaves, oregano, salt, celery seed, black pepper, and wine. Stir to combine.
8.Add the cooked onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Stir again.
9.Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 30-35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

PROS

Chicken Cacciatore is a hearty and filling meal that will satisfy your taste buds.

It’s a classic Italian dish that’s full of flavor and perfect for a family dinner.

CONS

This recipe can be high in sodium due to the canned tomato products that are used, so it may not be suitable for those watching their salt intake.

Also, it can take a bit of time to prepare all the ingredients, so it’s not the fastest meal to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken Cacciatore is a good source of protein, and the addition of vegetables makes it a well-rounded meal.
The garlic in this recipe has been linked to boosting the immune system and improving heart health.

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