Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

'Cacciatore' literally means 'hunter' in Italian, and this 'hunter style' dish makes good use of mushrooms, onions tomatoes and herbs. If desired, serve over hot spaghetti noodles."
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Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time50 Min
Ready In1 Hr 5 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexAverageServings6
CuisineCourse
TasteFeel
MethodDish
Main IngredientInterest Group, , ,

Ingredients

 Pepper To Taste
 All purpose flour2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Ground black pepper1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Chicken1 , cut into pieces (4 Pound)
 Vegetable oil2 Tablespoon
 Onion1 , chopped
 Garlic2 Clove (10 gm), minced
 Green bell pepper1 , chopped
 Diced tomatoes14 1⁄2 Ounce
 Dried oregano1⁄2 Teaspoon
 White wine1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Fresh mushrooms2 Cup (32 tbs), quartered

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 788 Calories from Fat 390

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 43 g66.8%

Saturated Fat 11.6 g57.8%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 187.5 mg62.5%

Sodium 508.4 mg21.2%

Total Carbohydrates 40 g13.4%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.4%

Sugars 4.2 g

Protein 53 g106.1%

Vitamin A 20.9% Vitamin C 59.9%

Calcium 6.2% Iron 27.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Combine the flour, salt and pepper in a plastic bag. Shake the chicken pieces in flour until coated. Heat the oil in a large skillet (one that has a cover/lid). Fry the chicken pieces until they are browned on both sides. Remove from skillet.

2. Add the onion, garlic and bell pepper to the skillet and saute until the onion is slightly browned. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the tomatoes, oregano and wine. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes over medium low heat.

3. Add the mushrooms and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 more minutes.
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