Best 7 Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooked To Italian Perfection Recipes

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Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that is traditionally made by stewing chicken in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, herbs, and vegetables. In this article, we'll share a recipe for slow cooker chicken cacciatore that is bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make. All you need is a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker to create a comforting and delicious meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CACCIATORE IN A SLOW COOKER



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This is a very simple meal to make. You just throw everything in the crock pot and let it cook during the day. I like to serve this over thin spaghetti (especially garlic and herb thin spaghetti when I can find it).

Provided by LDP5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 6h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (such as Classico® Cabernet Marinara with Herbs)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¼ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
½ yellow onion, minced
½ green bell pepper, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker; stir in spaghetti sauce, tomato paste, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cover.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is tender, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

CHICKEN CACCIATORE - SLOW COOKED TO ITALIAN PERFECTION



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Give chicken the ITALIAN TREATMENT with this fast and simple crock-pot recipe that includes tomatoes, garlic, green peppers, olives and garbanzo beans. The mouth-watering aroma and delicious flavors are sure to keep your family and friends at the dinner table. So, turn on your favorite 'Frankie' or 'Dino' CD's, toss together a fresh green salad, throw some garlic bread in the oven and enjoy this delicious meal over a glass of your favorite red wine!

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 7h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/2 cup balsamic salad dressing (bottled)
2 lbs chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup flour
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 cup dry red wine
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste, plus more to thicken sauce
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1 (14 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained
8 ounces fresh button mushrooms, cleaned and halved
1 teaspoon onion powder
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes (rub between fingers to waken flavor)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (rub between fingers to waken flavor)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil (rub between fingers to waken flavor)
red pepper flakes (optional)
1 bay leaf
1 cup large pitted black olives, washed and drained
1 cup garbanzo beans, washed and drained
2 tablespoons capers, drained
parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour dressing into a zip-lock plastic bag; add chicken pieces and refrigerate for an hour.
  • Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan.
  • Mix the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together; lightly dredge chicken in the seasoned flour.
  • Brown the chicken pieces on both sides and transfer to crock pot when done.
  • Sauté onion until translucent in the olive oil used to brown the chicken; add wine and 2 tablespoons of the tomato paste to deglaze the pan. Transfer to crock pot.
  • Stir together remaining 2 cans of tomato paste and all the ingredients EXCEPT for the bay leaf, olives, garbanzo beans, capers, and Parmesan cheese; spread over chicken in crock pot.
  • Lay bay leaf on top of chicken; cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 9 hours (HIGH: 3 to 4 hours).
  • During the last hour of cooking, add the olives, garbanzo beans and capers. If at this time the sauce appears too thin, add 1 or 2 tablespoons of tomato paste to thicken slightly.
  • To serve, discard the bay leaf and arrange the chicken over your favorite hot pasta; ladle with sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 851.2, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 163.4, Sodium 1623.3, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 20.1, Protein 60.3

SAVORY SLOW-COOKED CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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The only thing better than coming home after a long day is having this flavorful pasta topper almost ready to serve. The slow cooker really makes it easy!

Provided by Food Network

Time 7h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 pounds chicken parts, skin removed
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, crushed
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
1 pound mushrooms, cut in half (about 5 cups)
2 large onions, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 medium green pepper, cut into 2-inch-long strips (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth or Swanson® Chicken Stock
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 package (1 pound) pappardelle or fettuccine, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes or until well browned on all sides. Stir the garlic, Italian seasoning, tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, pepper and 1 cup broth in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the cooker, cover and keep warm. Stir the cornstarch and remaining broth in a small bowl until the mixture is smooth. Stir the cornstarch mixture in the cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes or until the mixture boils and thickens. Serve with the chicken and pappardelle.

CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Try Giada De Laurentiis' Chicken Cacciatore recipe, a rustic poultry-vegetable hunter's stew, from Everyday Italian on Food Network.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 chicken thighs
2 chicken breasts with skin and backbone, halved crosswise
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup all purpose flour, for dredging
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 ( 28-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons drained capers
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon of each salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour to coat lightly.
  • In a large heavy saute pan, heat the oil over a medium-high flame. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and saute just until brown, about 5 minutes per side. If all the chicken does not fit in the pan, saute it in 2 batches. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. Add the bell pepper, onion and garlic to the same pan and saute over medium heat until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juice, broth, capers and oregano. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and turn them to coat in the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer. Continue simmering over medium-low heat until the chicken is just cooked through, about 30 minutes for the breast pieces, and 20 minutes for the thighs.
  • Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a platter. If necessary, boil the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Spoon off any excess fat from atop the sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with the basil and serve.

SIMPLE SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE RECIPE



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Start our Simple Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Recipe and let it cook. This Simple Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Recipe includes peppers and mushrooms.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
2 lb. mixed small boneless skinless chicken breasts and thighs
1 green pepper, cut into strips
1/2 lb. sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
3 cups rotini pasta, uncooked

Steps:

  • Mix dressing and oregano in slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each piece with dressing mixture.
  • Top with vegetables and pasta sauce; cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 4 to 6 hours). About 15 min. before ready to serve, cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Drain pasta. Serve topped with chicken and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Easy slow cooker chicken cacciatore. Serve over angel hair pasta. 'Cacciatore' is Italian for 'hunter', and this American-Italian term refers to food prepared 'hunter style,' with mushrooms and onions. Avanti!

Provided by Rosie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 9h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 green bell pepper, seeded and cubed
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in the slow cooker. Top with the spaghetti sauce, green bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 589.8 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore image

Easy slow cooker chicken cacciatore. Serve over angel hair pasta. 'Cacciatore' is Italian for 'hunter', and this American-Italian term refers to food prepared 'hunter style,' with mushrooms and onions. Avanti! Wine Tip: Enjoy with a Chianti Classico .

Provided by Cucina Casalingo

Categories     Poultry

Time 9h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
2 green bell peppers, seeded and cubed
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons minced garlic

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Top with the spaghetti sauce, green bell peppers, mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 754.3, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 14.9, Protein 31.9

Tips:

  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Brown the chicken thighs before adding them to the slow cooker. This will help to develop more flavor.
  • Sauté the vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker as well. This will help to caramelize them and bring out their sweetness.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor your dish. Italian seasoning, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, and oregano are all good choices.
  • Add some dry white wine to the slow cooker. This will help to deglaze the pan and add more flavor to the dish.
  • Serve Chicken Cacciatore over pasta, rice, or polenta.

Conclusion:

Chicken Cacciatore is a delicious and easy-to-make Italian dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and colorful vegetables, Chicken Cacciatore is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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