Best 5 Chicken Cacciatore Ww Style Crock Pot Recipes

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**Chicken Cacciatore WW Style Crock Pot: A Flavorful and Healthy Italian Dish Made Easy**

Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that is typically made with chicken, tomatoes, peppers, and onions. The word "cacciatore" means "hunter" in Italian, and this dish is said to have originated with hunters who would cook their game in a flavorful tomato sauce. This WW-style crock pot version of chicken cacciatore is a healthier take on the traditional dish, using lean chicken breasts, low-fat dairy, and plenty of vegetables. It's also incredibly easy to make, simply throw all of the ingredients in your crock pot and let it do the work! In addition to the classic chicken cacciatore recipe, this article also includes variations for a vegetarian version and a slow-cooker version. So whether you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal or a lighter and healthier option, you're sure to find a chicken cacciatore recipe in this article that you'll love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHICKEN CACCIATORE RECIPE



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You'll love this hearty, rustic chicken caccaitore recipe with mushrooms and bell peppers in a flavorful tomato sauce. Fall apart tender chicken with all the comforting aromtics and Italian flavors the family loves. You can make it stovetop or in your crockpot. Serve it with crusty bread or on top of plain pasta, polenta or rice.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 chicken thighs (bone in, skin on, trimmed of excess fat)
Kosher salt and black pepper
Extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion (chopped)
2 celery ribs (chopped)
½ red bell pepper (chopped)
½ green bell pepper (chopped)
8 ounces mushrooms (white or baby bella) (cleaned and sliced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp oregano
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley (more for later)
Pinch red pepper flakes
1 cup red wine
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides and underneath the sikn.
  • In a large pan or braiser (with a lid), heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium-high until shimmering but not smoking. Add the chicken, skin side down first. Cook until golden brown, then turn over to brown on the other side (about 8 minutes total). Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
  • In the same braiser, add the onions, celery, peppers, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, tossing regularly. Add koserh salt, pepper, oregano, fresh thyme, parsley and red pepper flakes. Allow the vegetables to cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until tender.
  • Add the red wine and cook for a few minutes until the wine has reduced by about 1/2, then add the tomatoes. Cook 5 to 10 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Now add the chicken pieces back to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and allow the chicken to cook for 30 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Cholesterol 110.7 mg, Sodium 462.5 mg, Fiber 3.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN CACCIATORE WW STYLE (CROCK POT)



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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.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Easy slow cooker chicken cacciatore. Serve over angel hair pasta. 'Cacciatore' is Italian for 'hunter', and this American-Italian term refers to food prepared 'hunter style,' with mushrooms and onions. Avanti!

Provided by Rosie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 9h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 green bell pepper, seeded and cubed
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in the slow cooker. Top with the spaghetti sauce, green bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 589.8 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

CROCK POT CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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The easiest Chicken Cacciatore yet! Throw it in the Crock-Pot and run all day to come home to the savory smells coming from your kitchen. Spice it up to your liking.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Chicken

Time 9h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 lbs chicken, cut up in pieces
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
6 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon celery powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Place onions in bottom of crock pot.
  • Add chicken pieces.
  • Stir all the other ingredients together.
  • Pour over chicken.
  • Cook on low heat 7 to 9 hours or high heat for about 3 to 4 hours.
  • Serve over pasta or rice.

CHICKEN CACCIATORE IN A SLOW COOKER



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This is a very simple meal to make. You just throw everything in the crock pot and let it cook during the day. I like to serve this over thin spaghetti (especially garlic and herb thin spaghetti when I can find it).

Provided by LDP5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 6h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (such as Classico® Cabernet Marinara with Herbs)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¼ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
½ yellow onion, minced
½ green bell pepper, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker; stir in spaghetti sauce, tomato paste, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cover.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is tender, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables to make your dish more colorful and nutritious.
  • If you don't have boneless, skinless chicken breasts, you can use bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts. Just be sure to remove the bones and skin before serving.
  • If you don't have a crock pot, you can also make this dish in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
  • Serve chicken cacciatore over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Chicken cacciatore is a delicious Italian dish that is easy to make. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. This recipe is a Weight Watchers-friendly version of the classic dish, so you can enjoy it without guilt. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and healthy meal that your whole family will love.

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