Chicken cacciatore 

Chicken cacciatore 

Chicken cacciatore (“hunter” in Italian) is a rustic, flavorful Italian stew, made with chicken, tomatoes, wine, onions, and herbs. It’s easy to make, delicious, and very filling.

Chicken Cacciatore

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Prep+Rest time

10 mins

Cook time

1 hour

Total time

1 hour 10 mins

Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

*.8 chicken drumsticks

* 1 teaspoon kosher salt

* ¼ teaspoon black pepper

* 2 tablespoons olive oil

* 1 medium onion, chopped

* 2 garlic cloves, chopped

* ¼ teaspoon dried sage

* ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

* ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary

* 2 tablespoons tomato paste

* ¾ cup dry red wine

* 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, no salt added

* 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

* 2 tablespoons basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a Dutch oven or over medium heat. Add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.

Add the onion, garlic, and herbs. Cook 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, then add the wine and bring to a boil. Allow to boil and reduce for 5 minutes.

Add the diced tomatoes and the chicken stock. Bring back to a boil, then immediately transfer to the oven.

Bake, uncovered until chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened about 40 minutes. Garnish with basil and serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 375; Fat: 18g; Carbohydrates: 13g; Sugar: 6g; Sodium: 921mg; Fiber: 3g; Protein: 30g