Chicken Cacciatore

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
56%
Chicken Cacciatore
45 min.
4
427kcal

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If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that packs a punch but remains light on the waistline, Chicken Cacciatore might just be your new go-to recipe! With its vibrant medley of colors and rich flavors, this gluten-free and dairy-free delight is not only simple to prepare but also a nutritious option for lunch or dinner. Imagine tender pieces of chicken breast tossed in tantalizing Creole seasoning, sautéed to golden perfection, and complemented by the natural sweetness of onions and peppers.

This recipe embraces the essence of Italian comfort food while keeping health in mind, boasting just 427 calories per serving. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal for four that promises to please even the pickiest eaters. The combination of chunky pasta sauce with the crunch of peppers creates a delightful texture, enhanced by fluffy long-grain rice that soaks up all the delicious juices. Whether you're feeding a family or hosting a casual dinner party, Chicken Cacciatore is sure to impress and leave everyone coming back for seconds!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into this aromatic dish that brings warmth and joy to the dinner table. It's more than just a meal; it's an experience that captures the heart of home-cooked goodness!

Ingredients

  • pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • teaspoons creole seasoning 
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion frozen chopped
  • cups pasta sauce 
  • cup pepper frozen chopped
  • 3.5 ounce rice long-grain
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Place frozen peppers in a colander, and rinse with cold water 30 seconds; drain well.
  3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken, onion, and Creole seasoning; saut 4 minutes or until chicken is browned and onion is tender.
  5. Add peppers, pasta sauce, and water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  6. Combine rice and chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories427kcal
Protein28.77%
Fat14.54%
Carbs56.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.3
Glycemic Load
21.86
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
37.657826257789%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:426.53kcal
21.33%
Fat:7.59g
11.68%
Saturated Fat:1.88g
11.74%
Carbohydrates:66.6g
22.2%
Net Carbohydrates:48.86g
17.77%
Sugar:5.72g
6.36%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:727.88mg
31.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.8g
67.6%
Manganese:8.01mg
400.34%
Vitamin K:102.59µg
97.71%
Vitamin B3:14.22mg
71.12%
Fiber:17.74g
70.94%
Selenium:43.85µg
62.65%
Vitamin B6:1.23mg
61.54%
Copper:1.03mg
51.45%
Potassium:1647.35mg
47.07%
Iron:7.67mg
42.6%
Phosphorus:401.92mg
40.19%
Magnesium:159.02mg
39.75%
Vitamin B5:3.1mg
30.98%
Calcium:298.77mg
29.88%
Vitamin A:1304.48IU
26.09%
Vitamin E:3.21mg
21.41%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.19%
Vitamin C:12.18mg
14.76%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.09%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.05%
Folate:32.46µg
8.12%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Source:My Recipes