Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

Health score
12%
Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
285 min.
6
1009kcal

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This slow-cooker chicken cacciatore is a hearty and flavorful dish that will warm you up on a cold day. It's a classic Italian recipe that's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual get-together with friends. With a rich tomato-based sauce, tender chicken, and a medley of vegetables, it's a satisfying meal that's sure to impress. The slow cooker does all the hard work for you, making it an easy and convenient option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

The recipe starts with coating the chicken in flour and browning it in a skillet, which adds a delicious depth of flavor. Then, the chicken is combined with a colorful mix of bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms, along with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. The slow cooker gently cooks the ingredients, allowing the flavors to meld together and create a mouthwatering sauce. The result is a tender and juicy chicken dish that's packed with nutrients and flavor.

This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, with a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. It's a great way to enjoy a comforting meal without compromising on health. Serve it with some grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or a beginner in the kitchen, this slow-cooker chicken cacciatore is a must-try recipe that will become a family favorite.

Ingredients

  • lb irish oats whole skinless
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • medium bell pepper green
  • medium onion 
  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced organic undrained canned
  • 4.5 oz mushrooms drained sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • serving parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Coat chicken with flour. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken; cook 15 to 20 minutes or until brown on all sides; drain.
  3. Cut bell pepper and onions crosswise in half; cut each half into fourths.
  4. In 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker, place half of the chicken pieces.
  5. Mix bell pepper, onions and remaining ingredients except cheese; spoon half of mixture over chicken.
  6. Add remaining chicken; top with remaining vegetable mixture.
  7. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and legs).
  8. Serve with cheese. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer’s directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1009kcal
Protein15.92%
Fat19.46%
Carbs64.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.67
Glycemic Load
77.4
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.0704349098%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
7.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1009.1kcal
50.45%
Fat:22.23g
34.19%
Saturated Fat:3.81g
23.84%
Carbohydrates:166.1g
55.37%
Net Carbohydrates:138.39g
50.32%
Sugar:5.51g
6.12%
Cholesterol:4.35mg
1.45%
Sodium:375.23mg
16.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.93g
81.85%
Fiber:27.72g
110.87%
Iron:10.99mg
61.08%
Vitamin C:25.73mg
31.18%
Calcium:198.51mg
19.85%
Vitamin K:15.46µg
14.72%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.4%
Copper:0.24mg
11.87%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.76%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.21%
Potassium:380.47mg
10.87%
Vitamin B3:2.17mg
10.87%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.33%
Selenium:6.83µg
9.75%
Phosphorus:95.9mg
9.59%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.17%
Folate:35.03µg
8.76%
Magnesium:25.54mg
6.39%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.28%
Vitamin A:267.9IU
5.36%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.46%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.27%