This delicious and hearty Chicken Cacciatore by Nigella is a comforting one-pan meal bursting with flavor. With tender chicken, rich tomatoes, and fragrant rosemary, it’s an easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner, and feel free to tweak the ingredients with what you have on hand!
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 (14-ounce) can of plum tomatoes (Italian)
- 12 cherry tomatoes (approximately)
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- ½ tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (for frying)
How To Cook Chicken Cacciatore:
- Prepare the Chicken: Chop the chicken breasts into about five chunks each.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Brown the chicken chunks on all sides (do this in batches of four to avoid steaming). Once browned, place the chicken on a plate.
- Cook the Onion: Lower the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the chopped onion and fry until golden brown.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the crushed garlic and fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Wine: Pour in the dry white wine and allow it to reduce until it thickens to a syrup-like consistency.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the plum tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, fresh rosemary, bay leaf, and the browned chicken to the pan. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Cover the pan with a lid, reduce the heat, and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.Serve: The canned tomatoes should be broken up slightly, while the cherry tomatoes can remain whole. Serve the Chicken Cacciatore with plain steamed rice or noodles.
Recipe Tips
- Brown the Chicken Well: Make sure to brown the chicken pieces on all sides. This adds great flavor to the dish. Don’t overcrowd the pan; work in batches if needed.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh rosemary and garlic make a big difference in taste. Try to use fresh rather than dried for the best flavor.
- Adjust the Wine: If you don’t have white wine, use chicken broth or vegetable broth. This will still give your dish good flavor.
- Simmer Gently: Keep the heat low while simmering. This helps the chicken cook through without getting tough and keeps the tomatoes from breaking down too much.
- Taste and Season: Don’t forget to taste the sauce before serving! Adjust the salt and pepper to your liking to enhance the flavors.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover Chicken Cacciatore cool down to room temperature first. Then, put it in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: You can freeze leftover Chicken Cacciatore for up to 2 months. After it cools, place it in a freezer-safe container or bag. When you want to eat it, thaw it overnight in the fridge before heating it up.
- Reheating: To reheat leftover Chicken Cacciatore, place the desired amount in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated through for 5-10 minutes. You can also microwave it in a covered dish for about 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway, until hot.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 205g)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 9mg
- Sodium: 460mg
- Potassium: 0mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 9g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 27g
More Nigella Recipe:
- Nigella Chicken Biryani
- Nigella Chicken Shawarma
- Nigella Sardine Pasta
- Nigella Meatloaf Recipe
- Nigella Fish Pie Recipe
- Nigella Vegetable Tagine
Nigella Chicken Cacciatore Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 348.4kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15.8g
- Protein: 22.3g
- Saturated Fat: 5.2g
- Cholesterol: 110.7mg
- Sodium: 462.5mg
- Potassium: 868.4mg
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Calcium: 70.6mg
- Iron: 3.2mg
Nigella Chicken Cacciatore
Description
Nigella Chicken Cacciatore is made with skinless chicken breasts, plum tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, onion, fresh rosemary, garlic, bay leaf, dry white wine, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. This delicious Chicken Cacciatore recipe creates a hearty dinner that takes about 45 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 3 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Chop the chicken breasts into about five chunks each.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Brown the chicken chunks on all sides (do this in batches of four to avoid steaming). Once browned, place the chicken on a plate.
- Cook the Onion: Lower the heat to medium. In the same pan, add the chopped onion and fry until golden brown.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the crushed garlic and fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Wine: Pour in the dry white wine and allow it to reduce until it thickens to a syrup-like consistency.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the plum tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, fresh rosemary, bay leaf, and the browned chicken to the pan. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Cover the pan with a lid, reduce the heat, and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: The canned tomatoes should be broken up slightly, while the cherry tomatoes can remain whole. Serve the Chicken Cacciatore with plain steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Brown the Chicken Well: Make sure to brown the chicken pieces on all sides. This adds great flavor to the dish. Don’t overcrowd the pan; work in batches if needed.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh rosemary and garlic make a big difference in taste. Try to use fresh rather than dried for the best flavor.
- Adjust the Wine: If you don’t have white wine, use chicken broth or vegetable broth. This will still give your dish good flavor.
- Simmer Gently: Keep the heat low while simmering. This helps the chicken cook through without getting tough and keeps the tomatoes from breaking down too much.
- Taste and Season: Don’t forget to taste the sauce before serving! Adjust the salt and pepper to your liking to enhance the flavors.
Nigella Chicken Cacciatore