Best 5 Chicken Cacciatore Hcg Friendly P2 Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with our enticing Chicken Cacciatore, a delectable dish that captures the essence of rustic Italian cooking. This flavorful delight is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, succulent vegetables, and a rich, aromatic tomato sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepared with the finest ingredients, our Chicken Cacciatore adheres to the principles of the HCG Phase 2 diet, ensuring a satisfying and guilt-free meal. Explore our collection of three distinct recipes, each offering unique variations on this classic dish. Indulge in the traditional Chicken Cacciatore, featuring a medley of bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, or savor the zesty charm of our Lemon Chicken Cacciatore, enhanced with the brightness of lemon and capers. For those seeking a touch of heat, our Spicy Chicken Cacciatore delivers a delightful kick with the addition of chili peppers. No matter your preference, our Chicken Cacciatore recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Try Giada De Laurentiis' Chicken Cacciatore recipe, a rustic poultry-vegetable hunter's stew, from Everyday Italian on Food Network.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 chicken thighs
2 chicken breasts with skin and backbone, halved crosswise
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup all purpose flour, for dredging
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 ( 28-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons drained capers
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon of each salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour to coat lightly.
  • In a large heavy saute pan, heat the oil over a medium-high flame. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and saute just until brown, about 5 minutes per side. If all the chicken does not fit in the pan, saute it in 2 batches. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. Add the bell pepper, onion and garlic to the same pan and saute over medium heat until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juice, broth, capers and oregano. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and turn them to coat in the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer. Continue simmering over medium-low heat until the chicken is just cooked through, about 30 minutes for the breast pieces, and 20 minutes for the thighs.
  • Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a platter. If necessary, boil the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Spoon off any excess fat from atop the sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with the basil and serve.

CHICKEN CACCIATORE (HCG FRIENDLY P2)



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I found this recipe online and tried it. It was really good!! My family even loved it!! =) You don't have to be on HCG to enjoy this!! =) The ingredients can also be thrown into a slow cooker on low in the morning, for a great meal at dinnertime. =)

Provided by Cassachusetts

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 Chicken Breasts, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

21 ounces chicken breasts (6 pieces, 3.5 oz each)
3 tablespoons chicken broth, for sauteing the chicken in
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, plus more to taste
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, Diced, with juice
3 tablespoons capers, drained
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano leaves, dried
1/8-1/4 cup basil leaves, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saute pan, heat the 3 tablespoons of Chicken broth over a medium-high flame. Add the chicken pieces (if doing the HCG diet, be sure there are 6 pieces weighing only 3.5 oz each) to the pan and saute just until brown, about 5 minutes per side. Add more broth as it evaporates, if needed. If all the chicken does not fit in the pan, saute in 2 batches or more.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. Add the onion and garlic to the same pan and saute over medium heat until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Add the remaining broth and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes with their juice, capers, oregano and about half of the basil. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and turn them to coat in the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer. Continue simmering over low-medium heat until the chicken is just cooked through.
  • Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a platter. If necessary, boil the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Spoon off any excess fat from atop the sauce.
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with the remaining basil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.7, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 63.5, Sodium 1182.1, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 23.8

THE BEST CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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This chicken cacciatore is a real stick-to-your ribs dinner. Dark meat chicken is seared and braised in a hearty wine and tomato sauce until tender for a rustic homestyle meal. We love it as-is with maybe just a side salad, but no one would be upset if you served it on a bed of creamy polenta!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
6 chicken drumsticks
6 chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces pancetta, diced
2 small carrots, peeled and diced (about 3/4 cup)
1 celery stalk, diced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon oregano leaves, chopped
1 cup dry red wine
One 28-ounce can whole peeled plum tomatoes, crushed
2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Working in batches, cook the chicken until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer the browned chicken to a plate or baking sheet.
  • Discard the oil. Put the pot over medium heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring, until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the pancetta with a slotted spoon to a small plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the carrots, celery and onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and oregano and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the wine and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid is reduced by about two-thirds, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and reserved pancetta. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Reduce the heat to low and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cover partially and cook, stirring occasionally, until the flavors come together, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the chicken skin-side up to the sauce, cover and transfer the pot to the oven. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken pieces to a serving platter and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
  • If necessary, skim off any fat from the surface of the sauce with a large spoon or ladle and discard. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Pour the sauce over the chicken and top with more parsley.

MOUTH WATERING BAKED CHICKEN - HCG PHASE 2



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This recipe is so quick and easy. Perfect for a weeknight supper. Make ahead to bring for lunch or to chop up and serve over salad. Counts for 1 protein and 1 Melba toast under the HCG diet protocol. Taken from The HCG Diet Cookbook Gourmet Success.

Provided by Coffee Criss

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 melba toast, crushed
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1 pinch dried rosemary
1 dash sea salt
1 dash pepper
100 g chicken breasts
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine Melba crumbs with spices. Set aside.
  • Mix broth and lemon juice in small bowl, dip chicken in this mixture and coat chicken with herb mixture.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
  • Add remaining liquid, a little at a time, if chicken dries out while baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 64, Sodium 255.3, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1, Protein 23.6

LIGHTER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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The classic Italian 'hunter's stew' gets a healthy makeover, with low-fat chicken breasts, prosciutto and a rich herby tomato sauce

Provided by Angela Nilsen

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp olive oil
3 slices prosciutto, fat removed, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 sage sprigs
2 rosemary sprigs
4 skinless chicken breasts (550g total weight), preferably organic
150ml dry white wine
400g can plum tomatoes in natural juice
1 tbsp tomato purée
225g chestnut mushrooms, quartered or halved if large
small handful chopped flat-leaf parsley, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Tip in the prosciutto and fry for about 2 mins until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon, letting any fat drain back into the pan, and set aside. Put the onion, garlic and herbs in the pan and fry for 3-4 mins.
  • Spread the onion out in the pan, then lay the chicken breasts on top. Season with pepper and fry for 5 mins over a medium heat, turning the chicken once, until starting to brown on both sides and the onion is caramelising on the bottom of the pan. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate. Raise the heat, give it a quick stir and, when sizzling, pour in the wine and let it bubble for 2 mins to reduce slightly.
  • Lower the heat to medium, return the prosciutto to the pan, then stir in the tomatoes (breaking them up with your spoon), tomato purée and mushrooms. Spoon 4 tbsp of water into the empty tomato can, swirl it around, then pour it into the pan. Cover and simmer for 15-20 mins or until the sauce has thickened and reduced slightly, then return the chicken to the pan and cook, uncovered, for about 15 mins or until the chicken is cooked through. Season and scatter over the parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 6.2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1.3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6.9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5.2 grams sugar, Fiber 2.7 grams fiber, Protein 38.7 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and nutrients to your dish. Good options include onions, peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, and carrots.
  • Brown the chicken before adding it to the sauce: This will help to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Use a good quality marinara sauce: This is the base of your dish, so it's important to use one that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Simmer the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken cacciatore is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its simple ingredients and flavorful sauce, chicken cacciatore is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. You can also get creative with your ingredients and add your own personal touch to this classic dish.

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