This Chicken Cacciatora is a comforting, rustic Italian stew that brings the warmth of a traditional kitchen to your table. The chicken is browned to perfection before being simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce of white wine, stewed tomatoes, and fresh herbs like oregano and bay leaves. The addition of zucchini, onions, and bell peppers adds texture and sweetness, balancing the savory depth of the meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce. Simple ingredients come together to create a meal that feels both hearty and elegant.
Chicken Cacciatora Dinner
Description
This Chicken Cacciatora is a comforting, rustic Italian stew that brings the warmth of a traditional kitchen to your table. The chicken is browned to perfection before being simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce of white wine, stewed tomatoes, and fresh herbs like oregano and bay leaves. The addition of zucchini, onions, and bell peppers adds texture and sweetness, balancing the savory depth of the meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce. Simple ingredients come together to create a meal that feels both hearty and elegant.Ingredients
Directions
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Pat chicken parts dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to coat the bottom.
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Brown chicken pieces in batches until golden on all sides, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove to a plate.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and bell peppers to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
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Return chicken to the pot. Add stewed tomatoes (with juices), oregano, bay leaves, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper or cayenne.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook gently for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Add sliced zucchini to the pot. Cover and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until zucchini is tender.
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Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Serve hot over pasta or with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1251.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 47.0g73%
- Saturated Fat 12.2g61%
- Cholesterol 303.0mg101%
- Sodium 2762.9mg116%
- Total Carbohydrate 82.9g28%
- Dietary Fiber 28.0g113%
- Sugars 15.9g
- Protein 104.8g210%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
