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Chicken Cacciatore with Bell Peppers and Tomatoes

Chicken Cacciatore with Bell Peppers and Tomatoes prepared dish

Chicken cacciatore is a classic italian dish that features tender chicken simmered with bell peppers, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. This hearty meal is perfect for a cozy dinner, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Serve it over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce!

This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 45 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 45 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include canned diced tomatoes, red wine, bell peppers, black pepper.
  • Follow all 9 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 400 g canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 125 ml red wine
  • 2 medium bell peppers (sliced (one red, one green))
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 800 g chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 250 ml chicken broth
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet, skin-side down, and brown for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Flip the chicken and brown the other side for an additional 5 minutes, then remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sliced bell peppers, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  6. Add the canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, red wine, oregano, and basil to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  7. Return the browned chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce, and bring to a simmer.
  8. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low, cooking for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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