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Chicken Cacciatore Over Rice Recipe

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Description

Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish made with chicken, tomatoes, peppers, and onions. This recipe is perfect for a hearty family dinner and is sure to please everyone at the table. The chicken is first browned in a skillet and then simmered in a rich tomato sauce until it is tender and flavorful. Serve the chicken cacciatore over a bed of fluffy white rice for a satisfying and delicious meal.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Can opener
  • Spatula

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Add the onion and peppers to the same skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the tomato mixture over the chicken.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 45-50 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Serve the chicken cacciatore over a bed of cooked white rice.

Notes

You can use boneless chicken thighs or chicken breasts in this recipe if you prefer. You can also add other vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini to the dish.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 473
  • Protein: 29g
  • Fat: 21g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Sodium: 923mg
  • Sugar: 10g

Recipe Tips

To save time, you can use pre-cooked rice or cook the rice in advance. You can also make this recipe in a slow cooker. Simply brown the chicken and sauté the vegetables in a skillet as directed, then transfer everything to a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Finally, if you like a bit of spice, you can add some crushed red pepper flakes to the dish.

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