Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Name: Chicken Cacciatore
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil spray; 1/4 medium onion, thinly sliced; One 14-ounce can tomatoes; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram; 1 cup orzo; 1/2 to 3/4 pound chicken breasts or thighs; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 to 5 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices; 1/2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices; 1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and julienned; 1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and julienned; 1 tablespoon drained capers, optional

Servings: persons

Olive oil spray
1/4 medium onion, thinly sliced
One 14-ounce can tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 cup orzo
1/2 to 3/4 pound chicken breasts or thighs
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 to 5 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and julienned
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and julienned
1 tablespoon drained capers, optional

1
Preheat the oven to 450F.
2
Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with olive oil.
3
Scatter the onion in the pot.
4
Drain the tomatoes into a large measuring cup and add water as needed to make 1 cup of liquid.
5
Mix the tomato liquid with the herbs.
6
Chop the tomatoes and set aside.
7
Add the orzo to the pot in an even layer.
8
Pour 3/4 cup of the herbed liquid over the orzo.
9
Place the chicken on the orzo and lightly season with salt and pepper.
10
Sprinkle with the garlic.
11
Spread the tomatoes over the chicken.
12
Layer in the squash, zucchini, and bell peppers, and season lightly with salt and pepper to taste.
13
Pour the remaining 1/4 cup of herbed liquid over all.
14
If using, scatter the capers on top.
15
Cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven.
16
Serve immediately.
17
Calories: 304
18
Protein: 32g
19
Carbohydrates: 34g
20
Fat: 4g
21
Cholesterol: 75mg
22
Sodium: 660mg
23
Fiber: 4g

145

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive oil spray, 1/4 medium onion, thinly sliced, One 14-ounce can tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Cacciatore falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Cacciatore

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