Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian hunter-style stew featuring tender chicken simmered with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and herbs for a rich, comforting dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs skin-side down and brown for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onions, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Let it reduce by half.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Return chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve Chicken Cacciatore over cooked pasta, polenta, or crusty bread for a complete meal. Adding olives or capers can enhance the flavor.