Chicken Cacciatore with Rice

Chicken Cacciatore with Rice
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    45

A comforting and flavorful Italian-American classic, this Chicken Cacciatore with Rice is a simple yet satisfying dish that brings warmth and heartiness to any table. Tender chicken simmers in a rich tomato sauce, infused with aromatic herbs and vibrant bell peppers, all served atop fluffy rice.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    30 g
  • Cholesterol
    65 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    27 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1218 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. (2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 8 mins Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook until chicken is lightly browned and onion is translucent, about 8-10 minutes.

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, bell pepper, salt, basil, and cayenne pepper (if using); bring to a simmer. (3 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Add rice and chicken broth. Stir well to combine. (1 minute)

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05 Step

Recipe View 22 mins Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. Brown them well before adding the vegetables.
Add a splash of dry red wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor.
Fresh herbs like parsley or oregano can be added at the end for a brighter taste.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preference for heat.
Serve with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce.

Lucio Predovic

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Carson Bogisich

    This recipe is a weeknight winner! So easy to throw together and the whole family loves it.

  • Grover Bashirian

    I added mushrooms and some oregano - delicious!

  • Gideon Trantow

    Excellent base recipe! I seasoned the chicken with Italian herbs before browning it and added some carrots with the onion.

  • Enola Ruecker

    I substituted the chicken breasts for bone-in thighs - much more flavorful and juicy!

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