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Italian Chicken Cacciatore

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A classic Italian chicken cacciatore with tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with peppers, herbs, and olives.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4–6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 120 ml chicken broth
  • 80 ml tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 80 g black olives, pitted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear skin-side down for 5–7 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, cook chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add sliced bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  6. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
  7. Add oregano, basil, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
  8. Return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the sauce.
  9. Cover and simmer on low heat for 35–45 minutes until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  10. Add olives in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

  • Add mushrooms for extra depth of flavor.
  • Use boneless chicken for a leaner option with reduced cooking time.
  • Add a splash of wine for a richer sauce.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat gently with added broth if needed.

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