Description
One-Pan Chicken Cacciatore with Peppers is a delightful Italian dish that combines tender chicken thighs, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich tomato sauce in a single skillet. This easy-to-make meal not only fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas but also transports your taste buds straight to Italy. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe promises to impress your family and friends while simplifying cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), sliced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and golden (about 3 minutes).
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet, searing until browned on both sides (approximately 5 minutes each side).
- Pour in the canned tomatoes, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in sliced bell peppers and Italian seasoning.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot with crusty bread or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg