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Chicken Cacciatore

Name: Chicken Cacciatore
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian-Canadian
Ingredients: 1.5 kg chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks); 1 onion, sliced; 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced; 200 g mushrooms, sliced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can crushed tomatoes (800ml); 0.5 cup dry red wine; 0.5 cup black olives, halved; 2 tbsp capers (optional); 2 tsp Italian seasoning; 2 tbsp olive oil; salt and pepper to taste; 0.25 cup fresh basil, torn

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1 hr6370 cal

Italian-Québec comfort at its finest — chicken braised in a rich tomato sauce with bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives. Cacciatore means 'hunter's style' in Italian and this rustic one-pot dish has become a staple in Québec's Italian community and beyond.

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Nutrition Per Serving

Calories370 kcal

Protein34 g

Fat16 g

Carbs18 g

Fiber3 g

Sugar8 g

Sodium700 mg

Pro Tips

💡Use bone-in pieces for the richest flavour.
💡The sauce gets better the next day.
💡Don't skip the wine — it adds essential depth.

Variations

🔄Add pancetta for extra richness.
🔄Slow cooker: brown chicken, combine everything, cook LOW 6-8 hours.
🔄Use chicken breasts for a leaner version.
🔄Add artichoke hearts for variety.

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Chicken Cacciatore

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