Best 5 Cacciatore Style Chicken Recipes

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**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.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HUNTER STYLE CHICKEN CACCIATORE



Hunter Style Chicken Cacciatore image

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

2 teaspoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, sliced
2 (28 ounce) cans whole peeled plum tomatoes with juice
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup red wine
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 green bell peppers, cut into chunks
2 onions, cut into chunks
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup olive oil
5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken pieces
1 ½ pounds dry linguine pasta
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, or to taste

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



Chicken Milanese Cacciatore Style image

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

4 chicken cutlets (about 4 ounces each), pounded thin
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 cup rice flour
2 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup gluten-free panko
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, optional
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
5 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

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)



Chicken Cacciatore Ww Style (Crock Pot) image

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

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (14 ounce) can tomatoes, crushed
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1 green pepper, sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup red wine
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

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



Cacciatore-Style Chicken image

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

3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (3/4 to 1 lb)
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
3/4 cup sliced zucchini or yellow summer squash
3/4 cup sliced mushrooms
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups uncooked farfalle (bow-tie), radiatore (nugget) or rotini pasta

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



Mexican Style Chicken Cacciatore image

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

4 -5 lbs skinless chicken, bone in (I use leg 1/4s and cut them apart)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 red peppers, cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced in rings
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
3/4 cup dry red wine
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

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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