Easy Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken Cacciatore sounds fancy and complicated but it is actually really easy to make and SO delicious! You are going to love this Italian pasta recipe!
Servings: 6
Calories: 518kcal
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup flour for dredging
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1-2 large red bell peppers chopped or sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 quart marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese optional
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Sprinkle each chicken thigh with salt and pepper then dredge in flour.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until chicken is golden-brown (it doesn't need to be completely cooked through).
- Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, saute peppers, onion, and garlic until onions become soft and transparent.
- Reduce heat and slowly add marinara/spaghetti sauce to the skillet.
- Add chicken back to the skillet and bring sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Simmer for about 25 minutes or until chicken thighs are cooked through.
- Before serving, top with mozzarella (optional) and fresh basil.
- Can be served with pasta, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes.
Notes
Nutrition does not include pasta, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes.
Nutrition
Calories: 518kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 1039mg | Potassium: 857mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1525IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 3mg