Chicken Cacciatore

Here's a simple recipe for Chicken Cacciatore:

Ingredients:

• Four chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped

• 3 cloves of garlic, minced.

• 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced.

• 1/2 cup dry white wine

• 1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes.

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon of dried basil

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/4 cup capers (optional)

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chicken.

   • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.

2. Seer the chicken.

   • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

   • Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

   • In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

   • Add the garlic and mushrooms, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

4. Deglaze the Pan:

   • Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes.

5. Add the tomatoes and broth.

   • Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir in the oregano, basil, and thyme.

   • Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

6. Simmer:

   • Reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 30-40 minutes. Cook the chicken until it is tender and cooked through. If using capers, add them in the last 10 minutes of cooking.

7. Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve Chicken Cacciatore over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Cacciatore!