Chicken Cacciatore #2

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, slow-simmered Italian chicken stew with tomatoes, mushrooms, and olives.
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Chicken Cacciatore, meaning “hunter’s style,” is a classic Italian dish that transforms simple chicken into a deeply flavorful meal. This recipe features tender chicken pieces browned in butter or olive oil, then simmered slowly with earthy mushrooms, ripe olives, garlic, and a rich tomato base. The addition of claret wine or sherry adds a sophisticated depth and acidity that balances the savory richness. It is a comforting, rustic dish perfect for family dinners or entertaining. Serve it over polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. It is easy to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor with humble ingredients.

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Chicken Cacciatore #2

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1056.0

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Chicken Cacciatore, meaning "hunter's style," is a classic Italian dish that transforms simple chicken into a deeply flavorful meal. This recipe features tender chicken pieces browned in butter or olive oil, then simmered slowly with earthy mushrooms, ripe olives, garlic, and a rich tomato base. The addition of claret wine or sherry adds a sophisticated depth and acidity that balances the savory richness. It is a comforting, rustic dish perfect for family dinners or entertaining. Serve it over polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. It is easy to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality flavor with humble ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper together.
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry and dredge them in the seasoned flour mixture, coating evenly.
  3. Melt the butter or heat the olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and sauté until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  5. Add the sliced onion, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken.
  6. Stir in the tomato puree (or canned tomatoes), olives, and claret wine or sherry.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet.
  8. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1056.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56.2g87%
Saturated Fat 13.4g67%
Cholesterol 303.0mg101%
Sodium 5154.8mg215%
Total Carbohydrate 22.9g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 95.0g190%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, cacciatore, italian, stew, mushrooms, tomato, olives, garlic, wine, simmered, rustic, dinner, comfort food, hunter style, brown sauce, herbs, onion, claret, sherry, protein
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