Crystal Acosta
@cryacosugar
Easy Chicken Cacciatore
This Easy Chicken Cacciatore is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken legs simmered in a rich roasted red pepper and garlic tomato sauce, complemented by sautéed bell peppers and onions. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is simple to prepare and packed with delicious Italian flavors.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:12
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time55 min.
- Total time70 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 3 (8 ounce)
- 2/3 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 1 medium
- 1/2 small
- 4 cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1 (32 ounce) jar
- 1 1/2 cups, or as needed
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Easy Chicken Cacciatore.
Step 1
Start your culinary adventure by gently coating the chicken legs in flour, making sure to shake off any excess for a light, crispy finish.
Step 2
In a 10-inch skillet, warm up some olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers invitingly.
Step 3
Once it’s hot, carefully add the chicken legs, letting them sizzle and brown beautifully for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
Step 4
When they’re perfectly golden, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside, allowing it to rest while you create a flavorful base.
Step 5
Next, drain most of the oil from the skillet, leaving just about 1/8 inch to keep those delicious flavors alive.
Step 6
Now, it’s time to add a burst of color and flavor! Toss in the chopped bell pepper, sliced onion, minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 7
Sauté this vibrant mixture, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften and release their delightful aromas.
Step 8
Pour in the roasted red pepper and garlic tomato sauce, and don’t forget to add a splash of water to thin it out just a bit.
Step 9
Stir everything together until well combined, then return the beautifully browned chicken to the skillet, spooning that luscious sauce over the top to ensure every piece is coated in flavor.
Step 10
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the skillet and reduce the heat.
Step 11
Let it cook for about 40 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent any sticking.
Step 12
This slow cooking will allow the chicken to become tender and juicy, with the flavors melding together beautifully.
Step 13
You’ll know it’s ready when the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating dinner.
Step 14
Enjoy your delicious creation!.