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How to Make Chicken Cacciatore

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By eHow Contributing Writer
(14 Ratings)

This Italian-American classic features braised chicken pieces in a tomato broth. It's great on its own or over pasta. This recipe serves four.

From Quick Guide: Chicken Recipes
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1-2 bay leaves
  • 1 chicken
  • 1/2 c. vegetable oil
  • 1 c.white wine
  • 1/2 c. or so all-purpose flour
  • 14.5-oz. can reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper
  • 28-oz. can canned whole tomatoes
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  1. Step 1

    Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season it well with salt and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Dust the chicken all over with flour and shake off as much excess as you can.

  3. Step 3

    Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  4. Step 4

    When the oil is nice and hot, add the chicken and brown it on all sides. Be careful not to let it get too dark.

  5. Step 5

    Remove the chicken and add the onion.

  6. Step 6

    Sauté the onion until tender, stirring frequently.

  7. Step 7

    Cut the tomatoes into large pieces and add them to the onion. Reserve all the juices.

  8. Step 8

    Add the wine and let mixture come to a boil.

  9. Step 9

    When the wine has almost boiled away, return the chicken to the pan.

  10. Step 10

    Add the bay leaf and 1/2 c. parsley, the reserved tomato juice and the broth.

  11. Step 11

    Lower the heat to a very slow simmer and cook for 45 minutes.

  12. Step 12

    During cooking, skim off all the foam and oil that rises to the surface.

  13. Step 13

    Place the chicken on a serving platter, remove the bay leaf, and spoon the sauce over the top.

  14. Step 14

    Sprinkle on the remaining parsley and serve.

  15. Step 15

    If you prefer a thicker sauce, place the chicken on a platter and simmer the sauce rapidly until it thickens. An optional step is to puree the onions and tomatoes into the simmered sauce with a hand blender or food processor.

Tips & Warnings
  • Try to use chicken pieces that still have their bones. Bone-in pieces are easier to cook this way.
  • You can boost the flavor of this recipe by sautéing a clove of minced garlic along with the onions, or adding a few whole sprigs of oregano, thyme or rosemary to the dish during the long simmering step.
  • You can add extra vegetables to the onions, including pitted olives, bell peppers and carrots.

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on 9/3/2009 I used your recipe last night and I, my hubby and twins loved it. I give you 5 stars. Please read and rate my articles too.

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