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Chicken Cacciatora

Cultural Context

Originating from the rustic kitchens of Italy, Chicken Cacciatora, or 'hunter's chicken,' reflects the hearty meals prepared by hunters with local ingredients. Traditionally, it showcases the flavors of the countryside, with variations across regions. Today, it's a comforting dish enjoyed globally, often served with crusty bread or pasta to soak up the rich sauce.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 strips chopped bacon
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 small chopped onion
chicken thighs
seasoned salt
black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 cups chicken broth
6 oz mushrooms
2 chopped carrots
1 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves

red wine

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Red wine vinegar adds acidity without alcohol.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner; chicken thighs are often less expensive.

1

In a large pot over medium heat, add 6 strips of chopped bacon.

2

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

3

Fry the bacon for about 8 minutes until crispy, stirring occasionally.

4

Remove the crispy bacon from the pot and place it into a bowl.

5

With the remaining grease from the bacon, add your chicken thighs cut into chunks.

6

Season the chicken with seasoned salt and black pepper.

7

Fry the chicken for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally.

8

Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and 1 small chopped onion to the pot and stir.

9

Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

10

Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and stir.

11

Add 2 tablespoons of flour and stir.

12

Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and stir.

13

Add 2 cups of chicken broth and stir.

14

Add 6 oz of mushrooms and 2 chopped carrots to the pot.

15

Add 1 teaspoon of thyme and 2 bay leaves, then stir.

16

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and place the lid on top.

17

Place the pot in the oven for 30 minutes.

18

After 30 minutes, remove the lid and stick it under the broiler for 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Cacciatore di PolloHunter's Chicken
Local Name: Pollo alla Cacciatora

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