Chicken Cacciatore

Name: Chicken Cacciatore
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 8 oz mushrooms, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried basil; salt and pepper, to taste; fresh basil, for garnish

4 servings15 min prep40 min cookMedium

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Chicken Cacciatore

Story updated September 18, 2026

Cacciatore means 'hunter' in Italian, and the dish traditionally reflects rustic hunters' cooking — braising game or poultry with tomatoes, onions, herbs, and sometimes wine or mushrooms. Regional versions vary across Italy, and it became a popular Italian-American restaurant staple in the 20th century.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
salt and pepper, to taste
fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

1Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat and brown the thighs for 4-5 minutes per side, then remove to a plate.
2Add the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms to the skillet and saute for 6-7 minutes until softened.
3Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, and dried basil.
4Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
5Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is tender and reaches 165°F internally.
6Garnish with fresh basil and serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

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