Chicken Cacciatore (Crock Pot)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hrs

Ready In

6-8 hrs 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

7 -8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 can diced peeled tomatoes
1 can tomato paste
1 can tomato sauce
2 cans mushrooms , stems & pieces
1 can sliced olives
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 garlic clove , minced
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 tablespoon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
258
Sugar
9g
Fat
12g
Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that consists of chicken braised in a tomato sauce with vegetables and herbs. This slow cooker version is a convenient way to make this hearty and comforting meal. The chicken thighs are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. It's a great meal to make on a busy day when you don't have time for hands-on cooking. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread for a satisfying dinner that will make your taste buds happy.

Instructions

1.Rinse the chicken thighs and pat dry with paper towels.
2.In a slow cooker, mix together the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, mushrooms, olives, bay leaf, salt, pepper, onion flakes, parsley, garlic, thyme, Italian seasoning, and sugar.
3.Add the chicken to the slow cooker and toss to coat with the tomato mixture.
4.Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
5.Remove the bay leaf before serving.

PROS

This slow cooker chicken cacciatore recipe is easy to prepare and full of flavor.

The chicken cooks in a rich tomato sauce with mushrooms and olives.

It’s a great one-pot meal that can be served over pasta or with crusty bread for a hearty and satisfying dinner.

CONS

Slow cooker meals can be convenient, but they require planning ahead.

The recipe doesn’t include any vegetables, so it’s not a complete meal.

The chicken thighs can be high in fat, so it’s not the healthiest option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe includes tomatoes, which are a great source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and fiber.
Mushrooms contain antioxidants and some anti-inflammatory properties.
Olives are a good source of healthy fats.

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