Easy Italian Chicken Cacciatore
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Bailey
This easy Italian chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish. Chicken thighs are simmered in a white wine tomato sauce with onions, peppers, and mushrooms. Serve it over paste for the perfect weeknight dinner!
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2 pounds chicken thighs or chicken legs bone in, skin on salt and pepper to taste 2/3 cup flour 1/4 cup olive oil 1 red pepper chopped 1 orange pepper chopped 1 medium onion chopped 1 cup mushrooms white or brown, halved 6 cloves garlic minced 1 cup white wine dry 1 cup chicken broth low sodium 1 can diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons capers 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1-2 teaspoons chili flakes to taste 1 tablespoon oregano dried 1/4 cup basil chopped
Mix salt, pepper, and flour in a shallow dish.
Pat chicken dry with a paper towel. Dredge chicken in flour to coat, shaking off excess.
Over medium high heat, brown chicken pieces on all sides, about 3 minutes each side. Transfer chicken to a dish for later.
Add onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic to the pan. Saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add white wine, chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), capers, tomato paste, oregano, and chili flakes.
Return chicken to the pan and bring to a simmer. Simmer the cacciatore for at least 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked and tender.
Stir in basil and serve over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Calories: 544 kcal | Carbohydrates: 22 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 35 g | Saturated Fat: 8 g | Cholesterol: 148 mg | Sodium: 394 mg | Potassium: 758 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 6 g | Vitamin A: 1687 IU | Vitamin C: 64 mg | Calcium: 68 mg | Iron: 4 mg