Ingredients:
– 4 bone-in and skin-on thighs
– 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
– 1 chopped yellow onion
– 3 sliced garlic cloves
– 1 diced red bell pepper
– 1 diced green bell pepper
– 1 can of diced tomatoes (28 oz)
– 1/2 cup of chicken broth
– 1/2 red wine
– 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
– 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once the oil is heated, add the chicken thighs to the pan and let them cook until they are browned on both sides. This should take about 6 minutes per side. Once browned, remove the chicken thighs from the pan and set them aside.
2. To the same pan, add the onions and garlic and sauté them until they are fragrant and softened. This should take about 3 minutes. Add in the diced bell peppers and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.
3. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and add the chicken broth, red wine, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Mix all the ingredients together and then return the chicken thighs to the pan. Make sure they are fully coated in the sauce.
4. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the chicken cook in the sauce for around 30 minutes. The chicken should be fully cooked and tender.
5. Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper to your preference. If you are serving the dish over pasta, boil your choice of pasta and add it to the pot. Give everything a good stir and make sure the chicken thighs are fully coated in the sauce.
6. Garnish with parsley and some freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot and !
Overall, Chicken Cacciatore is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for feeding a family or a group of friends. The variety of ingredients adds depth and texture to the dish, while also keeping it feeling fresh and authentic. It’s a great recipe to keep in your back pocket for those days when you need a hearty meal but don’t have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen. So why not give it a try today and see how it goes?