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Chicken Cacciatore

Cultural Context

Originating from rustic Italian kitchens, Chicken Cacciatore, or "hunter's chicken," reflects the culinary tradition of using fresh, local ingredients. Traditionally, it was a dish made by hunters returning with their game, often served with hearty bread or polenta. Today, it has become a beloved comfort food, enjoyed in homes around the world, with variations that include different meats and vegetables.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 chicken thighs
4 whole garlic cloves
1.5 ribs of celery, chopped
carrots, chopped (small amount)
tricolor bell peppers (any color)
1 medium white onion
parmesan cheese (for serving)
tomato puree
San Marzano whole peeled tomatoes
olive oil
a few olives
fresh basil
fresh thyme
flour (for dredging)
sea salt
cracked black pepper
red chili pepper flakes

red wine

🥗Healthier: white wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice offers a non-alcoholic option while maintaining sweetness.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is heart-healthy.

1

Wash the chicken thighs with lemon juice, sea salt, and cold water, removing any unwanted fat and feathers.

2

Season the chicken thighs with sea salt and cracked black pepper on all sides, letting them sit for about 12 minutes to absorb the seasoning.

3

Chop 2 cloves of garlic roughly after smashing them to remove the skin.

4

Bring a pot of water to a boil, add olive oil and salt to the water.

5

Add the spaghetti noodles to the boiling water and stir to prevent sticking.

6

In a heated pan, add olive oil and sauté the chopped garlic, onions, carrots, celery, and bell peppers until the onions turn translucent and the vegetables have some bite, but are not mushy.

7

Remove the sautéed vegetables from the heat and set aside.

8

Once the spaghetti noodles are cooked, drain them and set aside.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

potpan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Pollo alla Cacciatora
Local Name: Pollo alla Cacciatora

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