Description
Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore is a comforting Italian classic that combines tender chicken thighs with vibrant bell peppers and aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce. This hands-off recipe allows the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve it over pasta or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch as it brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken thighs and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped bell peppers and cook until slightly softened.
- Transfer the chicken to the crockpot, followed by the sautéed vegetables and crushed tomatoes.
- Pour in red wine if using and sprinkle Italian seasoning over everything. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Serve over pasta or with crusty bread, garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg