Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore
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4.6
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore
Description
The Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore recipe features skinless, bone-in chicken thighs browned then cooked in a savory base of diced onions and both red and green bell peppers. Crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and a bay leaf create a flavorful sauce that gently simmers under the pressure cooker setting until the chicken is tender. The dish showcases a blend of tomato and herb flavors with softened vegetables, delivering a comforting and textured meal.
The finished chicken and sauce mixture is perfect over pasta, polenta, or rice, complementing the robust sauce and tender meat. The aromatic herbs and vegetables enrich the base, adding depth without overpowering the chicken’s natural flavor.
To serve, remove the bay leaf and sprinkle freshly chopped basil or parsley. This recipe benefits from simple seasoning and straightforward preparation, offering a satisfying dish without complex steps.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs (with the bone, skin removed)
- kosher salt fresh, to taste
- black pepper fresh, to taste
- olive oil spray form
- 1/2 can (14 oz crushed tomatoes (Tuttorosso my favorite!))
- 1/2 cup onion diced
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons basil chopped, or parsley, for topping
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper on both side.
- Press saute on the Instant Pot, lightly spray with oil and brown chicken on both sides a few minutes. Set aside.
- Spray with a little more oil and add onions and peppers. Sauté until soften and golden, 5 minutes.
- Pour tomatoes over the chicken and vegetables, add oregano, bay leaf, salt and pepper, give it a quick stir and cover.
- Cook high pressure 25 minutes; natural release.
- Remove bay leaf, garnish with parsley and serve over pasta, squasta or whatever you wish!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1thigh with 1/2 cup sauce | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 10.5g | 4% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 273mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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