Chicken Cacciatore 'Trapeze' Recipe

Name: Chicken Cacciatore 'Trapeze'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil; 1 (8-piece) chicken; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 large white onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and diced; 2 cups white mushrooms (6 ounces), cleaned, trimmed and sliced; 1 (29 to 32-ounce) can crushed red tomatoes in puree; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, plus about 6 small sprigs for garnish; 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme and 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 2 cups chicken stock; 1 cup white rice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano and 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme and 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 (8-piece) chicken
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large white onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and diced
2 cups white mushrooms (6 ounces), cleaned, trimmed and sliced
1 (29 to 32-ounce) can crushed red tomatoes in puree
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, plus about 6 small sprigs for garnish
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme and 1 teaspoon dried parsley
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup white rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano and 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme and 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

1
Heat the grapeseed oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
2
Season chicken with salt and pepper and sear on all sides.
3
Remove briefly to a utility platter.
4
To the same saute pan in which the chicken was cooked, add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms and saute until the onions become translucent.
5
Add tomatoes, parsley, and basil, Italian seasoning, and return the chicken to the saute pan.
6
Cover and let simmer until the chicken is fork tender, about 25 to 35 minutes.
7
For the rice:
8
Bring chicken stock to a boil.
9
Add rice, salt, butter and Italian seasoning to the pot of boiling chicken stock, return to a boil, cover and let simmer for 20 minutes.
10
Remove pot from heat and let stand for an additional 5 minutes covered before removing lid.
11
Place some rice in the middle of a serving dish and top with chicken, vegetables and sauce.
12
Garnish with basil sprigs.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil, 1 (8-piece) chicken, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 large white onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Cacciatore 'Trapeze' 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Cacciatore 'Trapeze'

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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