Chicken Cacciatore, or “hunter’s style chicken,” is a comforting Italian classic that transforms simple ingredients into a deeply flavorful meal. This recipe features tender chicken pieces browned to perfection and then slow-simmered in a rich sauce of Marsala wine, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. The addition of onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell peppers adds texture and earthy sweetness. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a family gathering, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or polenta to soak up the savory sauce.
Chicken Cacciatore Madre
Description
Chicken Cacciatore, or "hunter's style chicken," is a comforting Italian classic that transforms simple ingredients into a deeply flavorful meal. This recipe features tender chicken pieces browned to perfection and then slow-simmered in a rich sauce of Marsala wine, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. The addition of onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell peppers adds texture and earthy sweetness. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a family gathering, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or polenta to soak up the savory sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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In a shallow bowl, combine flour, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a seasoned coating.
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Pat chicken pieces dry and dredge them in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
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Heat olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat.
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Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
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Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and add sliced onions, minced garlic, bell peppers, carrots, and celery to the skillet.
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Sauté vegetables for 5-7 minutes until softened but not browned.
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Increase heat to high and pour in the Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, thyme, and oregano.
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Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable and tomato mixture.
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Bring the sauce to a simmer, then cover the skillet and reduce heat to low.
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Cook covered for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Uncover and cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
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Serve hot with crusty bread or polenta.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 446.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28.0g44%
- Saturated Fat 6.4g32%
- Cholesterol 133.5mg45%
- Sodium 123.0mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 40.5g81%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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