Recipe: Chicken Cacciatore ๐
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of this classic Chicken Cacciatore recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. This hearty dish brings together tender boneless chicken breast halves with a medley of savory ingredients, simmered to perfection. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for sharing with loved ones.
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Boneless chicken breast halves |
| 1/4 cup | Flour |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 cup | Mushroom pieces |
| 1 | Plum tomatoes |
| 1/2 tsp | Basil |
| 1/4 cup | Tomato paste |
| 1/2 tsp | Dry oregano |
| 1/4 cup | Red wine |
| 1/2 tsp | Thyme |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
Instructions:
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Dredge chicken in seasoned flour.
- Coat each chicken breast half evenly with flour, ensuring they are well coated for a crispy texture when cooked.
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Saute for 5 minutes per side in 2 tablespoons of oil.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the floured chicken and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Set chicken aside and cook onion and garlic for 5 minutes.
- In the same skillet or wok, add the onion and garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
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Deglaze the pan with wine.
- Pour the red wine into the skillet, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
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Add tomatoes, mushrooms, and spices.
- Stir in the plum tomatoes, mushroom pieces, basil, tomato paste, dry oregano, thyme, and bay leaf. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
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Mix well.
- Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the sauce for maximum flavor infusion.
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Add chicken and simmer covered for 45 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken breast halves to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer gently for 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the chicken to become tender.
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Serve over pasta.
- Spoon the savory chicken cacciatore over your favorite cooked pasta, such as spaghetti or fettuccine, for a comforting and satisfying meal.
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Sauce freezes well.
- If you have leftovers or want to make a batch ahead of time, this sauce freezes beautifully. Simply cool it completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers and store for up to 3 months.
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Variations:
- This versatile recipe can also be made with pork chops or veal for a delicious twist on the classic dish. Simply substitute the chicken with an equal amount of your preferred meat and adjust cooking times as needed.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 286.9
- Fat Content: 8.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 82.3mg
- Sodium Content: 207.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17.9g
- Fiber Content: 3g
- Sugar Content: 6.5g
- Protein Content: 32.9g
Keywords:
Poultry, Meat, European, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Enjoy your delicious Chicken Cacciatore! ๐
