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Chicken Cacciatore

This one-pan chicken cacciatore is a lighter, healthier version of the classic dish that is juicy, tender, and bursting with delicious flavor!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt & pepper.
    4 bone-in chicken breasts, skinless
  • Add the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and brown it on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
    2 teaspoons olive oil
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the onion and green pepper to pan, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have started to soften, about 5 minutes.
    1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for about a minute.
    3 cloves garlic
  • Add the wine and cook until the liquid is reduced by half.
    ½ cup dry white wine
  • Add the can of tomatoes (with their juice), oregano, and red pepper flakes, then simmer for about 10 minutes.
    14 ounces diced tomatoes with garlic and onions, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, dash red pepper flakes
  • Place the chicken back in the pan, flesh side down. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
    salt & pepper

Notes

This recipe is for 4 servings of chicken cacciatore. Each serving is 1 chicken breast.
This dish goes well with whole wheat orzo or steamed veggies.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Cacciatore
Serving Size
 
1 chicken breast
Amount per Serving
Calories
201
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3.7
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.9
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2.6
g
Cholesterol
 
64.3
mg
21
%
Sodium
 
148.4
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
492.5
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
9.2
g
3
%
Fiber
 
2.1
g
8
%
Sugar
 
5.8
g
6
%
Protein
 
27.8
g
56
%
Net carbs
 
7.1
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.