Classic Chicken Cacciatore

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 1 hour

Ingredients

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

6 bone-in. skinless chicken thighs

1 large onion, thinly sliced

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1/4 cup dry red wine

2 14-oz cans of crushed tomatoes, undrained

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/2 cup black olives, pitted and halved

2 tsp capers

1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped

Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

Sear the Chicken

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear on all sides until golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper during cooking

Remove and Set Aside

Transfer the seared chicken thighs to a clean plate and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables

In the same skillet, add the sliced onions. If needed, add an additional 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms have softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Add Aromatics

Stir in the minced garlic and sliced red bell pepper. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the garlic becomes fragrant without burning.

Deglaze and Simmer

Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Add the crushed tomatoes (with juices), dried oregano, red pepper flakes, black olives, and capers. Stir well to combine.

Return Chicken to Skillet

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Place the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, along with any accumulated juices. Cover and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Final Seasoning

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Serve

Plate the chicken cacciatore over cooked spaghetti, polenta, or your preferred accompaniment. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Total Carbohydrate: 15 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5 g
• Total Sugars: 10 g
• Protein: 35 g