Chicken Cacciatore With Marsala And Capers Recipe

Name: Chicken Cacciatore With Marsala And Capers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs chicken pieces; 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 3/4 lb mushroom, cleaned and halved; 1 zucchini, diced (or green bell pepper); 1 onion, chopped; 4 garlic, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 cup marinara sauce (purchased or homemade); 2/3 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup dry marsala wine; 1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained

Servings: persons

3 1/2 lbs chicken pieces
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 lb mushroom, cleaned and halved
1 zucchini, diced (or green bell pepper)
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 cup marinara sauce (purchased or homemade)
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup dry marsala wine
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained

1
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 3 T oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and saute until brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plate.
2
Pour off fat from the skillet. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Add mushrooms, zucchini, onion, garlic and oregano. Saute until onion is tender, about 7 - 10 minutes. In a bowl, mix in marinara sauce, broth, Marsala and capers.
3
Return chicken to skillet, spooning sauce over. Bring sauce to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer until chicken is tender, about 20 minutes.
4
Using tongs, transfer chicken to a large platter. Boil sauce until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes; spoon off fat.
5
Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper; spoon over chicken.

1074

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

145

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 3/4 lb mushroom, cleaned and halved, 1 zucchini, diced (or green bell pepper), and more.

Yes, Chicken Cacciatore With Marsala And Capers 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.

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Chicken Cacciatore With Marsala And Capers

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Variations & substitutions

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