Ina Garten Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
Ina Garten Chicken Cacciatore Recipe is a classic Italian dish that is both simple and delicious. This recipe combines tender chicken with a rich tomato sauce, peppers, onions and herbs.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Season the Chicken
- Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Brown the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken on all sides.
Remove Chicken
- Take chicken out of skillet. Set aside on a plate.
Cook Vegetables
- Add onion, bell peppers and garlic to skillet. Sauté until softened and fragrant.
Deglaze with Wine
- Pour in white wine. Scrape the bottom of the pan to release brown bits.
Add Tomatoes and Herbs
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, thyme, basil and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Return Chicken to Skillet
- Place chicken back in skillet. Spoon some sauce over the top.
Simmer the Dish
- Cover and simmer for 35–40 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Check Seasoning
- Taste the sauce. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top. Serve hot with rice, pasta, or bread.
Notes
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken for more flavor.
- Sauté vegetables until soft for a rich sauce.
- Use dry white wine for best taste.
- Let chicken simmer slowly to keep it tender.
- Fresh herbs enhance flavor more than dried, if available.