Chicken Cacciatore Crock Pot

Transform your weeknight dinners with this rich and hearty Chicken Cacciatore Crock Pot recipe! Tender, slow-cooked boneless chicken thighs are bathed in a robust tomato sauce infused with Italian seasoning, dry red wine, and aromatic vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. This easy, set-it-and-forget-it crock pot dish is perfect for busy days, offering minimal prep and maximum flavor as it simmers to perfection over hours. Serve this classic Italian-inspired meal over pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the savory sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley, this comforting one-pot wonder brings the warmth of home cooking straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 28 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 1 piece Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 piece Green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 piece Yellow onion, sliced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 oz Sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Dry red wine
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 4 servings Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side, then set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, sauté the onions and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 3

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a crock pot, add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, red wine, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Layer the browned chicken thighs into the crock pot, followed by the sautéed vegetables, sliced bell peppers, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Gently mix to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 7

Once done, taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking to let it thicken slightly.

Step 8

Serve the chicken cacciatore over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2763.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2324.2

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 500mg	0%
Sodium 3376.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 158.7g	0%

Vitamin D 28IU	0%
Calcium 373.7mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 4688.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 45.1%