Quick Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken Cacciatore
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta or 1 lb penne; 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 3 minced garlic cloves; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 portabella mushroom caps, halved and sliced thin; salt, to taste; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; ⅓ cup chopped flat leaf parsley; fresh grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb rigatoni pasta or 1 lb penne
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 minced garlic cloves
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 portabella mushroom caps, halved and sliced thin
salt, to taste
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
⅓ cup chopped flat leaf parsley
fresh grated parmesan cheese

1
Cook pasta to desired done-ness.
2
Rub chicken breasts or thighs with the balsamic vinegar.
3
Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat.
4
Cook the chicken 5 minutes per side and remove from heat.
5
Meanwhile, heat garlic and red pepper flakes in oil until garlic starts making noise.
6
Add portobellos, coat with oil, then sprinkle them with salt, and cover.
7
Check after 5 minutes.
8
You should have a dark gravy of portobello juices at this time.
9
If the mushrooms are not dark and soft, toss them, cover, and cook another couple of minutes.
10
Add the tomatoes and parsley.
11
Sauce should be a rich reddish brown.
12
Slice chicken diagonally and add to the sauce.
13
Heat through.
14
Add the pasta, toss and pour onto a serving platter.
15
Top with grated parmesan cheese.

827

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

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: 1 lb rigatoni pasta or 1 lb penne, 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Quick 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick Chicken Cacciatore

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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