Tia'S Crock Pot Spicy Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

Name: Tia'S Crock Pot Spicy Chicken Cacciatore
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 - 3 lbs skinless chicken breasts, with ribs, washed and dried; 2 pinches red pepper flakes; black pepper, to taste; 3 teaspoons of minced garlic (or more if desired); 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cubed; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed; 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 large onions, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; 2 (26 ounce) jars pasta sauce (I use Classico spicy red pepper and their spicy basil combined); 1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes seasoned with basil garlic & oregano; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 6 -7 fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces; 1 teaspoon Pickapeppa Sauce (optional); 1 small zucchini, diced (optional); 1/4 cup red wine (optional); 4 tablespoons chilled butter; 1/4 cup half-and-half or 1/4 cup whipping cream; 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 1/2 - 3 lbs skinless chicken breasts, with ribs, washed and dried
2 pinches red pepper flakes
black pepper, to taste
3 teaspoons of minced garlic (or more if desired)
1 green bell pepper, seeded and cubed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cubed
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 large onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 (26 ounce) jars pasta sauce (I use Classico spicy red pepper and their spicy basil combined)
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes seasoned with basil garlic & oregano
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
6 -7 fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
1 teaspoon Pickapeppa Sauce (optional)
1 small zucchini, diced (optional)
1/4 cup red wine (optional)
4 tablespoons chilled butter
1/4 cup half-and-half or 1/4 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese

1
Place chicken in crock pot bone side up.
2
Add all seasonings and vegetables on top of chicken, including the optionals if using stop at the butter.
3
Then add the 2 jars of pasta sauce on top. I cook on high for 3-4 hours depending on how thick the chicken breasts are, stirring occasionally.
4
When the internal temperature reaches 180u00b0F using a meat thermometer, I remove the chicken and debone, placing meat back into the sauce.
5
I then add the butter, whipping cream and continue to cook for another hour on warm.
6
About 10 minutes before serving, I add the parmesan cheese.
7
Serve over pasta or I use extra wide egg noodles with warm crusty bread!

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 - 3 lbs skinless chicken breasts, with ribs, washed and dried, 2 pinches red pepper flakes, black pepper, to taste, 3 teaspoons of minced garlic (or more if desired), and more.

Yes, Tia'S Crock Pot Spicy 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!

Tia'S Crock Pot Spicy Chicken Cacciatore

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Variations & substitutions

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