Description
Chicken Cacciatore with Peppers is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together succulent chicken, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic herbs in a rich sauce. It's a perfect one-pot meal that's easy to prepare and ideal for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
6 pieces Chicken thighs, skinless and bone-i
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 Onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 Red bell pepper, sliced
1 Yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 Green bell pepper, sliced
1 can (14 ounces) Diced tomatoes
1 cup Chicken broth
½ cup White wine (optional)
1 teaspoon Dried oregano
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons Capers, rinsed
¼ cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
¼ cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Begin by washing and patting dry the chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Prepare all vegetables; slice the onions and peppers, and mince the garlic for ease
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, searing until browned on all sides, approximately 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic, stirring until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent. Mix in the bell peppers and cook until they start to soften, around 5 minutes
- Simmer the Sauce: Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and wine to the skillet. Stir in oregano, capers, and red pepper flakes. Return the chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's mostly submerged in the sauce
- Bring It Together: Reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the Chicken Cacciatore with Peppers simmer gently for about 40 minutes, occasionally stirring, until the chicken is tender and cooked through
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Before serving, sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley for an herbaceous touch
Notes
Select bone-in chicken for optimal flavor and moisture retention. When searing the chicken, ensure it's well-browned to develop a rich base flavor.
Avoid overcrowding the pan, which can cause steaming rather than searing. Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg