Best 10 Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Recipes

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Slow cooker chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs. The result is a tender and juicy chicken dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. There are many different variations of this recipe, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Some popular additions include mushrooms, olives, and bell peppers. Serve slow cooker chicken cacciatore over pasta or rice, and enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal.

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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

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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The combination of perfectly browned chicken and crisp-tender vegetables makes this a hearty family meal, especially when served on a bed of fettuccine. Based on a time-tested recipe, originally published in the Betty Crocker Cookbook, this slow-cooker version has all the flavor of its predecessor. The only difference is the method, which makes it hands-off and weeknight friendly. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook up a chicken, give this recipe a try.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cut-up whole chicken (3 to 3 1/2 lb), skin removed
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium green bell pepper
2 medium onions
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (4.5 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Coat chicken with flour. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 15 to 20 minutes or until brown on all sides; drain.
  • Cut bell pepper and onions crosswise in half; cut each half into fourths.
  • In 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker, place half of the chicken pieces. Mix bell pepper, onions and remaining ingredients except cheese; spoon half of mixture over chicken. Add remaining chicken; top with remaining vegetable mixture.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and legs). Serve with cheese. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE WITH MUSHROOMS AND BACON



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Cacciatore means "hunter style" in Italian, and this is a slow cooker riff on that classic Italian braise, which usually features chicken or rabbit with lots of peppers, tomatoes and wine. In this recipe, the mushrooms, bacon and wine give the finished dish a deep and delicious savoriness. The bacon does triple duty: It provides most of the fat in the recipe, it suffuses the dish with smoky flavor, and its little crispy bits hold up nicely over the long simmer. As the dish cooks, the vegetables release their juices, which don't evaporate in the slow cooker, so this may be a more stew-like cacciatore. This makes it delicious served over pasta or polenta or in a bowl served with a hunk of crusty bread to sop up the juices. To serve it as a hoagie or submarine sandwich, use a slotted spoon to scoop the chicken and sauce onto the rolls.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, poultry, soups and stews, main course

Time 4h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 pound bacon, preferably thick-cut, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
8 garlic cloves, smashed and chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 cup dry red wine
1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
1 red, yellow or orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
8 ounces jarred roasted red peppers, drained (about 1 heaping cup)
3/4 cup crushed or diced canned tomatoes (about half a 14-ounce can)
2 tablespoons drained capers
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 to 2 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Cooked polenta, pasta or hoagie rolls, for serving (optional)
Torn fresh basil leaves, for topping
Grated Parmesan, for topping

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until crisp and the fat is rendered, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, leaving the fat behind in the skillet. Add the mushrooms to the fat in the skillet and let them cook over medium-high, stirring only a few times, until the mushrooms have shrunk, released their liquid and started to lightly brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the chopped garlic and tomato paste. Pour in the wine and let it come to a bubble, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Scrape the mixture into the slow cooker.
  • Add the onion, bell pepper, roasted peppers, tomatoes, capers, vinegar, oregano, red-pepper flakes and garlic powder to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Add the chicken, season with 1 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of pepper and stir to combine. Cook on low until the chicken is very tender and the flavors are blended, about 4 hours. (At this point, the dish holds well on the warm setting for several hours.)
  • Using two forks, break the chicken up into large chunks. Stir in the parsley and let it warm through. Taste and add salt and pepper if necessary. Serve over polenta or pasta or in hoagie rolls, if desired, or alone in bowls. Top with basil and Parmesan.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE (HUNTER'S STEW)



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The easiest Chicken Cacciatore yet! Throw it in the Crock-Pot and run all day to come home to the savory smells coming from your kitchen. Spice it up to your liking.

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories     Pasta

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 18

3-4 lb boneless/skinless thighs or breasts
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 large bell pepper, sliced
4 tsp garlic, minced
1/2 c medium brown roux ~or~ 2 pkts mccormick's brown gravy mix
1 Tbsp dried basil
1 tsp oregano or italian seasoning
2 Tbsp dried chives (optional)
2 can(s) (6 oz) tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 can(s) (15 oz) diced or stewed tomatoes (optional)
1 can(s) 10.5 oz v-8 juice
salt & pepper to taste
2 c chicken broth or stock
1/2 c red or burgundy wine
1 tsp olive oil
12 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
1+ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place sliced onions and bell peppers on the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle with seasonings. Slice chicken into strips or cut into large dices or leave whole as you choose. I like to leave my pieces whole.
  • 2. Place chicken on top of the onions and peppers. Stir together remaining ingredients and pour over chicken. (I normally use the McCormick's brown gravy mix.)
  • 3. Cook on low 7-9 hours or high 3-4 hours. Sprinkle with grated parmesan if desired and serve over pasta or rice, with a salad on the side and crusty french bread.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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This Crock Pot chicken cacciatore is a keeper! Wine adds a depth of flavor. The fresh veggies and Italian seasoning give this dish lots of flavor too. The chicken soaks up all the juices from the vegetables. We used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and they were fall-apart tender. This is made even better by topping with a...

Provided by Sara Andrea

Categories     Chicken

Time 6h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb chicken breast or thighs (I prefer skinless and boneless)
1 can(s) crushed fire roasted tomatoes, 14.5 oz.
1 c mushrooms (sliced or whole, your choice)
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic glove, minced
1/4 c dry red wine or broth
1 Tbsp tomato paste
3/4 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp salt
3/4 tsp pepper
cooked rice

Steps:

  • 1. Put all ingredients in a slow cooker except the chicken. Give it a stir.
  • 2. Place chicken on top.
  • 3. Cover and cook 5-6 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
  • 4. Great over cooked rice.

ELISE'S SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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Yummy, and even better as leftovers. My go-to recipe! Serve over a bed of pasta tossed in Parmigiano Reggiano.

Provided by its816am

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 6h38m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup dry red wine
1 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cubes chicken bouillon
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed
2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced crimini mushrooms (baby bella)
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sliced black olives
3 tablespoons prepared pesto (Genovese)
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat a slow cooker on High.
  • Stir tomatoes, wine, chicken stock, tomato paste, and chicken bouillon together in a large bowl. Trim chicken as necessary; sprinkle with Italian herb blend.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook chicken breasts until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to slow cooker along with any accumulated juices.
  • Place bell peppers, onion, mushrooms, and garlic in skillet, along with more olive oil if needed. Cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour; cook until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato mixture; bring to a boil. Simmer until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes more. Stir in olives; transfer mixture to slow cooker.
  • Reduce slow cooker heat to Low and cook until chicken is very tender, 5 1/2 to 6 1/2 hours. Stir pesto and sugar into chicken mixture; cook for 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 67.4 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1061.1 mg, Sugar 7.6 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



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Danny Beason

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 9h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

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

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



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This recipe came from the Crock Pot website but I have adapted it to my taste as I thought the original recipe was very bland. I was very surprised at how much my family and I enjoyed this dish. It is appropriate for a family dinner or is "fancy" enough for company.

Provided by Lisa2222

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 7h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
1 medium onion, chopped
1 lb fresh mushrooms, thickly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup flour
1 -1 1/2 cup red wine (not cooking wine - something good enough to drink)
1/2 cup chicken broth, italian style
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (or plain diced tomatoes if you want it less spicy)
1 teaspoon dried basil, to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano, to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme, to taste
black pepper, to taste
kosher salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Evenly spread olive oil in the bottom of the stoneware.
  • Spread onions evenly over bottom of stoneware.
  • Layer chicken over onions.
  • Layer mushrooms and garlic over chicken.
  • Mix the rest of the ingredients (flour through kosher salt) in a bowl and pour evenly over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low 7 to 8 hours.
  • Serve over pasta of your choice.

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN CACCIATORE



Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore image

The combination of perfectly browned chicken and crisp-tender vegetables makes this a hearty family meal, especially when served on a bed of fettuccine. Based on a time-tested recipe, originally published in the Betty Crocker Cookbook, this slow-cooker version has all the flavor of its predecessor. The only difference is the method, which makes it hands-off and weeknight friendly. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook up a chicken, give this recipe a try.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 4h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cut-up whole chicken (3 to 3 1/2 lb), skin removed
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium green bell pepper
2 medium onions
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (4.5 oz) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Coat chicken with flour. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 15 to 20 minutes or until brown on all sides; drain.
  • Cut bell pepper and onions crosswise in half; cut each half into fourths.
  • In 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker, place half of the chicken pieces. Mix bell pepper, onions and remaining ingredients except cheese; spoon half of mixture over chicken. Add remaining chicken; top with remaining vegetable mixture.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and legs). Serve with cheese. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful cacciatore, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts. The bones and skin will add extra flavor to the sauce.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the cacciatore on the stovetop over medium heat. Just be sure to stir it occasionally so the chicken doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • Cacciatore is a versatile dish that can be served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or carrots to the pot for a more colorful and nutritious meal.
  • To make a gluten-free cacciatore, use gluten-free flour or cornstarch to thicken the sauce.
  • Cacciatore can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve. It's also a great dish to freeze for later.

Conclusion:

Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The slow cooker makes it even easier to prepare, and it's a great option for a busy weeknight meal. So next time you're looking for a delicious and hearty dish that the whole family will love, give chicken cacciatore a try.

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