**Cacciatore Style Chicken: A Flavorful Italian Feast**
Cacciatore style chicken is a classic Italian dish with a vibrant, rustic charm that brings the flavors of the countryside to your kitchen. Originating from the regions of Tuscany and Lazio, this dish combines tender chicken with a rich tomato sauce, aromatic herbs, and fresh vegetables, creating a tantalizing symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the diverse and delectable recipes featured in this article, ranging from the traditional Cacciatore alla Chicken to innovative twists that add a modern flair to this timeless classic. Get ready to tantalize your palate with an explosion of Italian goodness.
HUNTER STYLE CHICKEN CACCIATORE
Traditional chicken cacciatore is brought to a new level with onions, peppers, mushrooms and red wine. This hunter-style version gives a heartiness and warmth that will satisfy any appetite! This recipe is inspired by the cacciatore that we enjoy from our favorite Italian restaurant. Serve over pasta with freshly-grated Parmesan and a green salad!
Provided by Pam
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 2h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large pot over low heat, and cook and stir the garlic until tender but not browned, about 3 minutes. Pour in the tomatoes with their juice, and mash with a potato masher to leave the tomatoes in chunks. Stir in tomato paste, red wine, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper, and mix until the tomato paste is smoothly combined into the sauce. Bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring often, while you prepare the vegetables.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the carrot and celery until tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir into the sauce. In the same skillet, cook and stir the green peppers and onions until the onions are translucent, 5 to 8 more minutes; mix them to the sauce. Heat 1 more tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet, and cook and stir the mushrooms until they give up their liquid, about 10 minutes; stir the mushrooms into the sauce. Allow sauce to simmer while you cook the chicken.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl. Place the flour in a separate shallow bowl. Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip chicken pieces in egg, then dredge in flour. Tap off any excess flour, and brown the chicken pieces in the hot oil until browned on both sides, about 15 minutes. Set the chicken pieces aside.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Spoon about 1 cup of the tomato sauce into the bottom of a large Dutch oven. Place the chicken pieces into the Dutch oven, and pour remaining sauce and vegetables over the chicken; cover.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is tender and no longer pink inside, about 1 hour. If sauce begins to boil harder than a simmer, reduce oven heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- About 15 minutes before serving time, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in the linguine pasta, bring back to a boil, and cook, stirring often, until the linguine is tender but still slightly firm, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain the pasta well.
- Turn the linguine out onto a large platter, and top with the chicken and sauce. Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Carbohydrate 72.9 g, Cholesterol 114.2 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 597.7 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
CHICKEN MILANESE CACCIATORE STYLE
I love chicken cacciatore when I have the time to let it braise all afternoon. This one comes together with a light, fresh sauce that has all the flavors of the traditional dish in a much shorter amount of time. And who isn't a fan of crispy chicken?
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the chicken: Season the pounded cutlets evenly on all sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Put the rice flour, eggs and panko in 3 separate shallow bowls. Season the flour with 1/4 teaspoon salt, the eggs with 1/4 teaspoons salt and the breadcrumbs with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Working with one piece at a time, dredge the seasoned chicken cutlets in the flour, then the egg mixture and finishing with the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to make sure the breadcrumbs adhere evenly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the oil to the hot pan and heat another 10 seconds. Working in batches if necessary, add the breaded chicken to the pan and cook until the first side is deep golden brown and the chicken begins to look cooked around the edges, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip the cutlets and continue to cook on the second side until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes more. Remove the chicken to a wire rack and season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper if desired.
- For the sauce: Wipe out the pan if needed and return to medium heat. Add the olive oil, mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until deep golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add the onions, bell peppers and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook to soften slightly, about 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, capers, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes if using and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until the tomatoes start to release their juices, about 3 minutes longer. Spoon the sauce over the crispy cutlets and serve topped with the basil.
CHICKEN CACCIATORE WW STYLE (CROCK POT)
We really enjoyed this filling soup -- but it would probably be delicious over pasta too. If following WW flex plan it is only 4 points/serving. Recipe source: Weight Watchers Best Eats
Provided by ellie_
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 6h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours (or on high for 5-6 hours) or until vegetables are tender.
CACCIATORE-STYLE CHICKEN
A hot and hearty Italian dish, cacciatore showcases chicken, tomatoes and mushrooms.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut each chicken breast half crosswise into 3 pieces. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; move chicken to one side of skillet.
- Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, zucchini and mushrooms to other side of skillet. Cook vegetables about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
- Stir tomatoes, Italian seasoning and pepper into vegetables and chicken. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 25 minutes. Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
- Uncover chicken mixture and simmer 5 minutes longer. Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
MEXICAN STYLE CHICKEN CACCIATORE
This came from an idea to use up left-over baked chicken. I adapted my favorite Italian Cacciatore recipe and the results were wonderful, so said my family. So I worked it a bit so it could be made from the start. This is now in my regular rotation. Play around with the spices until it suits you! This can be made with any type of chicken, with or without bones. And, of course, if using leftover baked chicken go to step 3 where veggies are added.
Provided by Nancygirl
Categories Chicken
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 500
- In a skillet,in hot olive oil, cook skinless chicken until it's evenly browned, remove to casserole dish.
- Add red pepper, sliced onion and garlic to drippings, cook about 5 minutes.
- Spread veggies over chicken.
- Turn off skillet and mix undrained tomatos, wine, beans and seasonings,
- Pour over all chicken and vegetables.
- Cover with tin foil, bake 20 minutes at 500.
- Reduce oven temp to 350 bake an additional 30 to 40 minutes.
- Uncover and bake 10 more.
- Sprikle parsley over all and serve over rice or pasta, or alone!
- note* Different cuts or sizes of chicken will alter the cooking time. The general rule is the longer the better!
Tips:
- To achieve a crispy and flavorful chicken, make sure to pat it dry with paper towels before browning it in the skillet.
- Use a well-seasoned cast iron or stainless steel skillet for browning the chicken and sautéing the vegetables. This will ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when browning the chicken. Work in batches if necessary to avoid steaming the chicken and ensure a crispy exterior.
- Use a combination of fresh herbs and dried spices to create a flavorful cacciatore sauce. Common herbs include oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary. Common spices include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer the cacciatore sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the sauce, the richer and more flavorful it will become.
- Serve the cacciatore-style chicken over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Cacciatore-style chicken is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. With its crispy chicken, flavorful sauce, and hearty vegetables, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is a great option for a delicious and satisfying meal. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and let's get cooking!
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