Chicken Cacciatore Delight

Chicken Cacciatore Delight
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    45

A rustic and heartwarming Italian classic, Chicken Cacciatore, meaning 'hunter's chicken,' is a symphony of tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic vegetables and a splash of sherry. Serve over creamy polenta or al dente pasta for a truly comforting meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    26 g
  • Cholesterol
    115 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    41 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    844 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    29 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Chicken: Rinse the chicken pieces and pat them dry with paper towels. Place the flour in a bowl or resealable plastic bag, and coat the chicken thoroughly. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Brown the Chicken: Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken on all sides until golden brown. This will develop a rich flavor. Remove the chicken and set aside. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, cook the onions, green bell pepper, and garlic until the onions are translucent. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and are almost tender. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 35 mins Simmer: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, oregano, and sherry. Mix well, then return the chicken pieces to the skillet, along with any accumulated juices. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Cook: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Ensure the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. (30-40 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces.
Consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
Fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, elevate the dish beautifully.
Serve over polenta, pasta, or rice, with a side of crusty garlic bread to soak up the sauce.

Eldora Doyle

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Freeda Schowalter

    My family loved this! So easy to make and full of flavor.

  • Lucie Donnelly

    I added a splash of white wine along with the sherry, and it was amazing!

  • Dayana Renner

    I used chicken thighs instead of a whole chicken, and it turned out perfectly.

  • Roger Bogisich

    This recipe is a winner! The sherry adds a wonderful depth of flavor.

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