Best 4 Homemade Chicken Cacciatore Sicilian Style Recipes

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**Homemade Chicken Cacciatore: A Sicilian Delight**

Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that combines succulent chicken, tender vegetables, and a rich, flavorful sauce. This Sicilian-style recipe takes you on a culinary journey to the heart of Italy, where bold flavors and fresh ingredients come together to create a hearty and satisfying meal. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit every taste, from traditional to modern interpretations of this beloved dish. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion feast, our step-by-step guides and expert tips will help you create an unforgettable Chicken Cacciatore experience. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your oven or stovetop, and let's embark on a delicious adventure into the world of Sicilian cuisine.

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

CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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This easy chicken cacciatore recipe makes a good Sunday dinner, since it's so simple to prepare. This recipe is the best because it's loaded with lots of vegetables and is a family favorite. -Barbara Roberts, Courtenay, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), cut up
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 large green pepper, cut into strips
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup dry red wine or water
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
Hot cooked pasta
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Dust chicken with flour. Season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken on all sides in oil and butter over medium-high heat. Remove chicken to platter. , In the same skillet, cook and stir the onion, celery, pepper and mushrooms for 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, wine, herbs, garlic and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., Return chicken to skillet. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until chicken is tender. Serve over pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Freeze option: Cool chicken mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 790mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

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.

HOMEMADE CHICKEN CACCIATORE, SICILIAN-STYLE



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This recipe was shown to me by my Sicilian employer years ago in Lynchburg, VA. It is made from scratch with tomatoes, onions, peppers, wine, and seasonings. Do not cook chicken before adding to this recipe; it must all blend together to get this particular flavor. Leaving the skin on the chicken helps the flavors to blend together while cooking. You can remove the skin after cooking.

Provided by Kim Shepheard

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, sliced thin
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, drained and juice reserved
1 cup Burgundy wine
1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Cook the onion, bell pepper, and garlic in the melted butter until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, wine, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic salt; cook and stir until the mixture just begins to boil. Reduce the heat to medium low; add the chicken and cook until the meat is tender enough to fall off the bone, about 1 1/2 hours. Remove the bones and skin from the chicken, returning the meat to the pot.
  • Heat 3/4 cup of the reserved liquid from the tomatoes in the microwave until just warmed. Stir the flour into the tomato liquid until thick. Add to the stockpot and stir continually until the mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to sit for about 15 minutes.
  • While the chicken mixture rests, bring a large pot of lightly-salted water to a boil. Stir the spaghetti into the water and return to a boil. Cook until the pasta is slightly tender but still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain. Ladle the chicken mixture over the drained spaghetti to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 874.8 calories, Carbohydrate 68.1 g, Cholesterol 175.3 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 54.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 932.5 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHICKEN CACCIATORE SICILIAN-STYLE



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Make and share this Chicken Cacciatore Sicilian-Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Phil Franco

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 -5 garlic cloves
2 -3 large onions
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large chicken, cut up
3 -4 stalks celery, chopped
1 (4 ounce) jar capers
1 cup green olives, halved
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/8 teaspoon cracked red pepper

Steps:

  • Put 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a frying pan. Slice and fry the garlic til golden brown. Remove from the pan and place in a large pot.
  • Slice and fry the onions til golden brown. Remove and put in the pot.
  • In the same oil, brown the chicken and put in the pot.
  • Add the chopped celery, olives and capers to the pot. Put the cover on the pot and steam on medium to low heat for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Add water, if necessary, to start the steaming.
  • Keep an eye on the pot so the chicken doesn't stick. Stir with a wooden spoon.
  • During the last half hour, add the vinegar and red pepper.
  • Serve with a loaf of bread and red wine.
  • Preparation Time: 30 minutes
  • Recipe Origin: United States.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.3, Fat 53.7, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 172.5, Sodium 1557.7, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 4.1, Protein 44.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Look for fresh, organic chicken, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful herbs.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, make sure to give each piece enough space so that it can brown evenly. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the chicken until it is browned on all sides: This will help to develop flavor and prevent the chicken from becoming dry.
  • Use a good quality red wine: The wine will add depth of flavor to the sauce. Choose a wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the chicken cacciatore with crusty bread or pasta: 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 tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and hearty vegetables, chicken cacciatore is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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