Best 10 Light Chicken Cacciatore Recipes

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**A delightful culinary journey awaits you with Light Chicken Cacciatore, a symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds.** This classic Italian dish, reimagined with a focus on health and simplicity, promises a satisfying and guilt-free indulgence. Discover a treasure trove of variations, each offering unique twists on the traditional recipe. From the classic Chicken Cacciatore with its rich tomato-based sauce, to the vibrant and flavorful One-Pot Chicken Cacciatore with its medley of colorful vegetables, to the innovative and creamy Chicken Cacciatore with Mushrooms and Spinach, there's an option to suit every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure with Light Chicken Cacciatore, where taste meets well-being in a harmonious blend.

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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

EASY CHICKEN CACCIATORE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, oil, portobello mushroom, large white onion, large red bell pepper, garlic, fresh rosemary, diced tomato, red wine, low sodium chicken broth, fresh basil

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half, widthwise
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons oil, divided
1 lb portobello mushroom, diced
1 large white onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced
14.5 oz diced tomato, 1 can
½ cup red wine
¾ cup low sodium chicken broth, or vegetable broth
fresh basil, chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Place 4 pieces of the chicken in the skillet and sear until until golden-brown, about 1-3 minutes on each side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and repeat searing with the remaining chicken pieces. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the empty skillet.
  • Add the mushrooms and stir occasionally until most of the moisture has evaporated from the pan, about 8 minutes.
  • Transfer the mushrooms to a plate and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in the pan.
  • Add the onions and bell peppers and season with salt and pepper. Stir occasionally until the onions and peppers have softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and rosemary and stir until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add in the tomatoes, red wine, and broth and stir until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Add the mushrooms and chicken back into the sauce and bring to a low simmer.
  • Cover and let cook until the chicken registers 165°F (74°C), about 5-8 minutes.
  • Serve topped with basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 9 grams

ITALIAN CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Chicken cacciatore is a classic Mediterranean chicken dish from Italy. This is my favorite recipe made with chicken thighs, tomatoes, herbs, and olives.

Provided by Ita

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup olive oil, divided
1 onion, diced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken thighs
½ cup dry white wine
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons tomato paste
¼ teaspoon white sugar, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup chicken broth, or more as needed
½ cup black olives, pitted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon torn basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook onion, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a pot.
  • Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Toss chicken thighs in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet over medium heat, add chicken thighs, and brown on one side, without turning, for 5 minutes. Turn and cook until browned on the other side, about 5 minutes more. Transfer browned chicken thighs to the pot.
  • Pour white wine into the skillet; bring to a boil. Stir to loosen all the browned bits of chicken and flavors in the skillet pour into the pot. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Add as much chicken stock as needed to cover the chicken. Cover pot and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes.
  • Stir in olives, parsley, and basil. Stir to heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 116.7 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1083.9 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

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.

BAKED CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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This baked chicken cacciatore was inspired by a lonely can of stewed tomatoes that were in the pantry. This is simple to make and sooooo good! I love to serve this with mashed potatoes, but it also goes great with rice or pasta. We like it just as is, but feel free to "spice it up" any way you wish.

Provided by Christina

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

nonstick cooking spray
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
6 (4 ounce) skinless, bone-in chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil, or more as needed
2 small onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup red wine, or more as needed
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes with juice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix together flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until nicely browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking dish.
  • Add onions and garlic to the skillet and saute until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and more oil, if necessary, and cook until mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Pour 1/2 cup wine into the pan, scrape the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon, and cook until liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir in stewed tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, adding extra wine if sauce seems too thick. Pour mixture over chicken in the baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 607.9 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

EASY CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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A 'back to basics' version of the classic Chicken Cacciatore. Chicken meat simmered with garlic, onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, beans and oregano. This recipe can easily be doubled. Serve over cooked noodles or rice, if desired.

Provided by sal

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
¾ pound chicken meat, cooked and cubed
½ cup whole peeled tomatoes
½ cup green beans
¼ teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion, garlic and bell pepper until soft. Add chicken, then stir in tomatoes, beans and oregano.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 119.2 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 220.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

QUICK CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (3 pieces) or, 1 package boneless, skinless chicken thighs, if you prefer dark meat
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan) extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 portobello mushroom caps, halved crosswise and thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, crushed and minced
1/2 cup beef broth or stock
1 (28-ounces) can crushed tomatoes
A handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 pound egg ribbons or egg fettuccini, cooked to al dente
Crusty bread and grated Parmigiano or Romano, for passing

Steps:

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add half of the extra-virgin olive oil and brown chicken breasts or thighs for 3 or 4 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from pan and season with salt and pepper.
  • Return pan to stove, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining. Add crushed pepper, sliced mushrooms, and garlic. Season with salt (salt is a magnet for drawing out liquid). Cover and cook mushrooms 5 minutes or until mushrooms are dark, tender and have given off their juices. Add about 1/2 cup of beef broth to intensify the wild mushroom flavor, then stir in the tomatoes and parsley. Cut the chicken into bite-size chunks or slices and add to sauce. Simmer sauce 5 minutes to finish cooking chicken pieces and to allow the flavors to combine. Toss pasta with cacciatore and serve with crusty bread and grated cheese.
  • Tidbits: Beef broth and stock is now available in resealable paper containers, which can be found on the soup aisle of your market. These paper containers make storage of remaining broth easier; keep some on hand in your refrigerator. Beef broth is used instead of chicken broth in this recipe because it pairs better with the beefy taste of portobello mushrooms. The broth will make your cacciatore taste as if it simmered all day because it accents the mushroom taste well.
  • Depending on your brand, 1 large can of tomatoes can vary in weight from 28 to 32 ounces. Use your favorite, but check to make sure the product is sugar free.

QUICK CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Quick Chicken Cacciatore from Marcia Hostetter of Canton, New York is a colorful and flavorful fast-to-fix main dish. Serve it with a crisp lettuce and tomato salad topped with your favorite bottled dressing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium green pepper, cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced into rings
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Dash cayenne pepper
Cooked spaghetti or rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute green pepper, onion and mushrooms in olive oil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Place the chicken breasts over the vegetables. , In a small bowl, combine tomato sauce, chilies and seasonings. Pour over the chicken; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with spaghetti or rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CACCIATORE CHICKEN BREASTS



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JoAnn McCauley of Dubuque, Iowa shares her version of traditional Chicken Cacciatore with this easy recipe. The tasty sauce and chicken can be served over rice or noodles. If you want to lower the sodium, use garlic powder instead of garlic salt.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 medium green pepper, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
3/4 cup canned stewed tomatoes
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. Cook chicken over medium-high heat until juices run clear, 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside., Add the tomatoes, wine, garlic salt, rosemary and pepper to the skillet. Stir in onion mixture and heat through. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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We love this combination of chicken and tomatoes. I like to top it with a little grated Parmesan cheese or part-skim mozzarella.-Rachel Greenawalt Keller, Roanoke, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced zucchini
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
8 ounces uncooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and Italian seasoning. Add chicken, a few at a time; seal and shake to coat. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in 1 teaspoon oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm. , In same skillet, cook onion in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and zucchini; cook until onion is tender. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste and salt. Bring to a boil. , Return chicken to skillet. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-14 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Serve chicken mixture with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 931mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your dish. Good options include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, zucchini, and carrots.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary are all good choices.
  • Use a good quality tomato sauce. This is the base of your dish, so it's important to use one that you like. If you have time, you can make your own tomato sauce. Otherwise, there are many good store-bought options available.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This is important for food safety. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. This is a traditional way to serve chicken cacciatore, but you can also serve it with other sides, such as roasted vegetables or a salad.

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 a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give chicken cacciatore a try.

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