Easy Chicken Cacciatore
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
518 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian
Easy Chicken Cacciatore
Description
The recipe begins by seasoning chicken thighs and coating them lightly with flour, giving them a crisp exterior when pan-fried in olive oil. After browning the chicken, the skillet is used to sauté sliced bell peppers, onions, and garlic until softened. Adding marinara sauce to the cooked vegetables creates a flavorful base that simmers with the chicken returned to the skillet. Cooking over medium-low heat allows the chicken to finish cooking gently and absorb the sauce's flavors.
Serving the dish with a topping of mozzarella cheese, if desired, offers a mild melt that complements the tomato and vegetable flavors. Garnishing with fresh basil adds an herbal brightness. This dish matches well with a variety of sides such as pasta, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes, making it versatile for meal planning.
The recipe notes clarify that nutrition information does not include the suggested side dishes. The method encourages cooking the chicken mostly on the stovetop, relying on the sauce for tenderness and moisture. This approach yields chicken with a golden crust and a rich, well-seasoned tomato sauce enriched with bell pepper and onion sweetness.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup flour for dredging
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1-2 large bell pepper chopped or sliced, red
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 quart marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese optional
- basil for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Sprinkle each chicken thigh with salt and pepper then dredge in flour.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until chicken is golden-brown (it doesn't need to be completely cooked through).
- Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, saute peppers, onion, and garlic until onions become soft and transparent.
- Reduce heat and slowly add marinara/spaghetti sauce to the skillet.
- Add chicken back to the skillet and bring sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Simmer for about 25 minutes or until chicken thighs are cooked through.
- Before serving, top with mozzarella (optional) and fresh basil.
- Can be served with pasta, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes.
Notes
- Nutrition estimates exclude pasta, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes served alongside the dish.
- Ensure chicken thighs are cooked through by simmering until fully tender.
- Optional mozzarella topping can be added just before serving for a melted, creamy accent.
- This dish pairs well with various sides like pasta to complete the meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 518 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 518kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 126mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 1039mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 857mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1525IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 38mg | 42% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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