Simple Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Simple Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

Ready In

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 -6 lbs chicken pieces ( I take the skin off )
	1 small onion , chopped
	2 cans tomatoes ( I use one crushed & one diced )
	2 tablespoons italian seasoning
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon black pepper
	1 tablespoon olive oil ( to saute onion )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

340

Sugar

Fat

14g

Simple Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a delicious Italian dish that is perfect for a hearty meal. It gets its name from the word 'cacciatore', which means hunter in Italian. This recipe was originally made with wild game that the hunters caught during their expeditions. Nowadays, chicken is the most commonly used meat for this recipe. The dish is a tomato-based stew that is flavored with Italian herbs and spices. The vegetables and chicken are cooked slowly in a crockpot for several hours, allowing for the flavors to blend together and the chicken to become tender. It can be served with pasta, rice or mashed potatoes as a satisfying meal on a busy weeknight.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 2-3 minutes.
2.	In a crockpot, combine chicken pieces, tomatoes, seasoning, salt, pepper and the sauteed onions.
3.	Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4.	Serve the chicken and sauce over pasta or rice. Enjoy!

PROS

Simple Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a convenient and easy way to make a delicious and hearty meal.

The recipe is versatile and can be served with pasta, rice or mashed potatoes.

The low cooking temperature of the crockpot ensures that the chicken is tender and juicy.

CONS

Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore requires some preparation time, but the actual cooking process is hands-free and easy.

Some may find the cooking time to be too long, but the slow-cooking process enhances the flavors of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is low in fat and calories.
The tomatoes in this recipe provide a good source of vitamins and antioxidants that help in maintaining a healthy immune system and reducing inflammation.
Italian seasoning contains herbs like basil, oregano and rosemary that are known to aid in digestion, and have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.