Chicken Cacciatore With Oven Roasted Vegetables

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Chicken Cacciatore With Oven Roasted Vegetables
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs plum tomatoes , coarsely chopped ( scant 4 cups )
8 ounces cremini mushrooms ( baby bella )
1 very large red onion , thinly sliced ( about 3 cups )
5 tablespoons olive oil , divided
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1 chicken , cut into 8 pieces , excess fat trimmed
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary , divided
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 can diced tomatoes with juice
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup thinly sliced basil , divided
2 tablespoons drained capers , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
472
Sugar
7g
Fat
26g
Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The term 'cacciatore' means 'hunter' in Italian, and it is said that the dish was originally prepared by Italian hunters as a hearty meal after a day of hunting. This version of the dish combines roasted vegetables with chicken, giving it a healthy and flavorful twist. The roasted plum tomatoes, mushrooms, and red onion make it a well-rounded meal that is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425° F (220°C).
2.In a large bowl, toss together plum tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sherry wine vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Spread in a single layer in a large baking sheet.
3.Rub the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken pieces, skin side up, on top of the vegetables. Pour the red wine, diced tomatoes with juice, and chicken broth over the chicken and vegetables.
4.Roast the chicken and vegetables for about 45 minutes, basting occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
5.Sprinkle with remaining rosemary, basil, and capers before serving.

PROS

Chicken Cacciatore is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for a family dinner.

The addition of roasted vegetables makes it a well-rounded and nutritious meal.

CONS

This dish requires about 45 minutes of roasting time, which may make it unsuitable for quick weekday dinners.

The recipe calls for a fair amount of olive oil, which may make it a higher calorie option for those watching their diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken Cacciatore is loaded with protein, thanks to the chicken.
The plum tomatoes, mushrooms, and red onion are excellent sources of vitamins and antioxidants.

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