Description
A classic and comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore recipe that combines tender chicken thighs with fire-roasted tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a medley of vegetables, slow cooked to perfection for a rich, flavorful Italian stew. Served over pasta and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is perfect for an easy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 1 15-oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Vegetables and Chicken
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow or white onion, diced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 – 2 lb)
To Serve
- Pasta, for serving
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Make the sauce: Combine the canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes, tomato paste, low-sodium chicken broth, Italian seasoning, chopped fresh rosemary, minced garlic, kosher salt, and crushed red pepper flakes in the bottom of a slow cooker insert. Stir thoroughly to create a well-blended sauce.
- Add vegetables and chicken: Place the diced red bell pepper, diced onion, sliced cremini mushrooms, and boneless skinless chicken thighs into the slow cooker. Toss all ingredients gently to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly with the sauce.
- Slow cook: Set the slow cooker to cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches an internal temperature that is safe to eat and can be easily shredded with a fork.
- Finish the sauce: Once cooking is complete, the sauce will be relatively loose. Using tongs, remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker and set them aside on a plate. Transfer the sauce into a large saucepan and cook over medium-high heat on the stovetop for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to a marinara-like consistency.
- Reassemble and serve: Return the chicken thighs to the thickened sauce, nestling them into the sauce to rewarm. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve the chicken cacciatore hot over cooked pasta of your choice.
Notes
- This recipe provides a family-friendly, hands-off approach to authentic chicken cacciatore with rich flavors and plentiful vegetables.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the best balance of tenderness and flavor.
- Cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker model; ensure chicken is fully cooked before serving.
- To add more depth, feel free to stir in olives or capers just before serving.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freeze nicely for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (including sauce and chicken, excluding pasta)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
