Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken Cacciatore is a savory, Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce with bell peppers and herbs, all while keeping it low in carbs. This hearty meal is perfect for a cozy dinner, packed with flavor and nutrients.

Chicken Cacciatore
35 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
420 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless - 400 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
  • Red bell pepper, sliced - 1 medium
  • Green bell pepper, sliced - 1 medium
  • Onion, chopped - 1 medium
  • Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  5. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Sear each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Pour the canned diced tomatoes, oregano, and basil over the chicken. Stir to combine everything.
  7. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 130 mg
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein which supports muscle health.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

AmericanLow CarbDinner