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Chicken Cacciatore

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Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with bell peppers, onions, and herbs, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp capers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup pitted black olives, halved

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and brown until golden, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the onion and bell peppers. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it reduce by half, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
  7. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 35-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  8. Stir in the capers, olives, and fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve hot with pasta, polenta, or crusty bread.

Notes

For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 1 hour before cooking. This dish pairs wonderfully with a glass of Chianti.

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