Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore
User Reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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(plus time to come to pressure and natural release)
10 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
793 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore
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Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore sounds fancy but it is really an easy meal to prepare. The instant pot makes it super fast and the chicken is so flavorful.
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Ingredients
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 bell peppers (sliced) any color
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup black olives (pitted and sliced)
- 2 Tablespoons capers (drained) optional
- fresh parsley (chopped) for garnish
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Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Turn the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and heat the olive oil. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and brown for about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the pot, add the onion and bell peppers, sautéing until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, and basil.
- Return the chicken to the pot. Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' on high for 10 minutes.
- After cooking, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, followed by a quick release.
- Open the lid, add black olives and capers (if using). If the sauce is too thin, simmer using 'Sauté' until it thickens.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Chicken Preparation: Patting the chicken dry is crucial for achieving a good sear. Moisture on the chicken can steam it rather than brown it, which affects both texture and flavor.
- Browning in Batches: If your Instant Pot isn't large enough to brown all the chicken thighs at once without overcrowding, do it in batches. Overcrowding can prevent proper browning.
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
793kcal
(40%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
51g
(102%)
Fat
58g
(89%)
Saturated Fat
14g
(70%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
11g
Monounsaturated Fat
27g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
284mg
(95%)
Sodium
1428mg
(60%)
Potassium
1178mg
(34%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
2396IU
(48%)
Vitamin C
89mg
(99%)
Calcium
101mg
(10%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 793 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 793kcal | 40% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 58g | 89% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 27g | 135% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 284mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 1428mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 1178mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2396IU | 48% |
| Vitamin C | 89mg | 99% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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