Hearty Easy Chicken Cacciatore for Cozy Family Dinners

Hearty Easy Chicken Cacciatore for Cozy Family Dinners

Enjoy a comforting Easy Chicken Cacciatore that brings rustic Italian flavors to your table, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 thighs Skinless Chicken Thighs Bone-in chicken thighs can be used for richer flavor.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a substitute.

For the Sauce

28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Diced or whole tomatoes can also work.
2 tbsp Tomato Paste Thickens the sauce.
4-5 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic offers the best aroma.
1 Large Onion Adds sweetness.
1 pint White Mushrooms Chopped finely.
1 Red Bell Pepper Substitute any sweet bell pepper.
1 Celery Stalk Can be skipped if not available.
1 Large Carrot Parsnips are a good alternative.
3/4 tsp Garlic Powder Adjust based on fresh garlic usage.
2 tsp Fresh Rosemary Use dried if fresh isn't available.
2 tsp Fresh Sage Use dried if fresh isn't available.

For Seasoning

3/4 tsp Salt Divided.
1/4 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Omit for milder dish.
2 tbsp Fresh Basil Substitutes include parsley or oregano.

Equipment

Cast Iron Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat a large cast iron pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Season chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, then brown for 3 minutes on each side.
In the same pot, add onions, celery, carrot, and red bell pepper with a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking for an additional 4 minutes.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, rosemary, sage, and remaining seasonings. Nestle the browned chicken thighs into the sauce.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the pot and bake for 50 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil. Serve hot with crusty bread or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use skinless chicken thighs for tenderness, and allow the dish to rest after baking for enhanced flavors.

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