TERESA'S HEARTY CHICKEN CACCIATORE
The secret ingredient which makes this cacciatore stand out is pancetta, an Italian bacon. Once a specialty deli item, it is now readily available at most major supermarkets. The pancetta gives the sauce richness and body. I've also found that fresh basil leaves and baby portobello mushrooms make it my own. It is kid-friendly and fills the house with a wonderful aroma.
Provided by SURFWENCH
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the pancetta until it begins to turn dark brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove the pancetta pieces from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Mix the flour, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes in a shallow bowl.
- Press the chicken thighs into the flour mixture, tapping off any loose flour.
- Brown the chicken thighs in the skillet with the oil and pancetta drippings, 8 to 10 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken thighs to a platter and keep warm.
- Cook and stir the green bell pepper, sweet onion, and portobello mushrooms in the same skillet until the onion turns translucent, about 8 minutes.
- Stir the basil, garlic, tomato paste, diced tomatoes with their juice, and red wine into the sauce.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, and return the chicken and pancetta to the sauce. If sauce does not almost cover the chicken pieces, mix in more dry red wine.
- Reduce heat to low, and simmer the chicken and sauce until the chicken thighs are tender and no longer pink inside, 35 to 50 minutes.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk cornstarch with water and 1 tablespoon of the sauce, and stir the mixture into the skillet until thickened.
- About 15 minutes before serving time, bring a large pot of lightly salted water and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the rigatoni and return to a boil. Cook uncovered over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still slightly firm, about 13 minutes; drain.
- To serve, transfer the cooked rigatoni to a large platter and top with the chicken thighs.
- Generously ladle sauce over the chicken and pasta, and sprinkle the dish with Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Serve any extra sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 653.7 calories, Carbohydrate 77.1 g, Cholesterol 72.1 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 505.5 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
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Yusuf Maiyahaya
[email protected]I was looking for a new chicken cacciatore recipe, and this one did not disappoint. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
dipa Kadel
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken cacciatore, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Osei Philip
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The chicken is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is incredible. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Robert Khoza
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. I highly recommend it!
Love 123
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chicken cacciatore. It's easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. My family loves it!
Bolatito Komolafe
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. I always get compliments when I make this dish.
Alie
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Fatima Nayab
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with my family.
Robeul Rubel
[email protected]This was an easy and delicious recipe. I made it for my family on a weeknight, and they loved it. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I definitely recommend this recipe.
malki23 hazza
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect meal for a cold winter night.
Sollange Carvalho
[email protected]I've made chicken cacciatore before, but this recipe is by far the best. The sauce is so flavorful and rich, and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Anthea Josephus
[email protected]This was my first time making chicken cacciatore, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow, and the results were amazing. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with m
Gabrielle Sadler
[email protected]Teresa's Hearty Chicken Cacciatore was an absolute delight! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and we'll definitely be making it aga