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Traditional Italian Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Kastra Recipes Staff
Tender chicken pieces are seared to golden perfection then simmered in a savory tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs and colorful vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken drumsticks
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken thighs and drumsticks generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces skin side down and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the sliced bell peppers and mushrooms, and cook for 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  • Return the browned chicken pieces back to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable mixture.
  • In a bowl, mix together diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, red wine, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the skillet.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer gently for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Once the chicken is done, taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Discard the bay leaf. Garnish the Chicken Cacciatore with fresh chopped parsley.
  • Serve hot over cooked pasta or rice, with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Enjoy the hearty flavors of this Authentic Italian Chicken Cacciatore with your loved ones!
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