Amazing Chicken Cacciatore

Name: Amazing Chicken Cacciatore
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 pieces Chicken Thighs (Bone-in, skin-on); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 large Onion (Chopped); 2 medium Bell Peppers (Assorted colors, chopped); 4 cloves Garlic (Minced); 1 28 oz can Canned Crushed Tomatoes; 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 cup Chicken Broth; 1 teaspoon Dry Oregano; 0.5 teaspoon Dry Thyme; 1 leaf Bay Leaf; 1.5 teaspoons Salt (To taste); 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (To taste); 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped, for garnish)

This amazing Chicken Cacciatore recipe is perfect for the family or a delicious weekend meal. Featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic herbs, it's a hearty and flavorful Italian classic.

#Chicken

#Italian

#Stew

#Dinner

#Family Meal

#Comfort Food

#Tomato Sauce

Seared Chicken Thighs

Recipe Information

20m

Prep Time

1h 15m

Cook Time

1h 35m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

45g

Protein

20g

Carbs

20g

Fat

Vegetables Sautéing in Pot

Ingredients

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Chicken Simmering in Sauce

Instructions

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Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Drying the chicken skin helps it crisp up better when searing.
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Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
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Do not overcrowd the pan; sear chicken in batches if necessary.
3
Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the same pot, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the same pot, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot as the vegetables cook; these add flavor.
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Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Cooking tomato paste briefly deepens its flavor.
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Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
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Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, oregano, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
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Ensure all spices are well incorporated into the sauce.
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Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer over low heat for 35-45 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer over low heat for 35-45 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Alternatively, you can bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for the same duration.
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Remove the bay leaf and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
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Remove the bay leaf and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
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Chicken Cacciatore pairs well with pasta, polenta, or crusty bread.