Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore recipe for a hearty and healthy meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

4-8 hours

Ready In

4 hours 15 min-8 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves
	1 jar spaghetti sauce
	2 green bell pepper , seeded and cubed
	8 ounces fresh mushrooms , sliced
	1 onion , finely diced
	2 tablespoons minced garlic

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

196

Sugar

Fat

Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that consists of chicken cooked in a tomato-based sauce with onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. This hearty and healthy recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner at home, and it’s also a great way to clean out your fridge by using up any vegetables you have on hand. The slow cooker makes this recipe incredibly easy to prepare and clean up, not to mention the chicken comes out tender and juicy every time. Serve the chicken cacciatore over pasta or rice, and enjoy a warm, comforting meal.

Instructions

1.	Heat the slow cooker.
2.	Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
3.	Add spaghetti sauce, green bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
4.	Mix everything together and make sure the chicken is coated with the sauce.
5.	Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6.	Serve hot over pasta or rice.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and requires minimal preparation.
The slow cooker does most of the work.

The chicken cacciatore is hearty and filling, perfect for a cold winter day.

This recipe is also a great way to sneak in some veggies into your diet.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium due to the use of store-bought spaghetti sauce so it should be consumed in moderation.

Some people might not enjoy the taste of bell peppers or mushrooms.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The chicken is a great source of lean protein while the bell peppers and mushrooms provide vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber.
Garlic has antibacterial and antiviral properties, helping to boost the immune system.