Grandmother's Sunday Chicken Cacciatore: A Classic Recipe That Never Gets Old
Grandmother's Sunday Chicken Cacciatore: A Classic Recipe That Never Gets Old
There are some recipes that carry the warmth of an entire generation within them. This Chicken Cacciatore is one of those dishes — the kind that simmers low and slow while the whole house fills with the rich, comforting aroma of tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. It was the centerpiece of Sunday tables decades ago, and one taste explains exactly why it has never been forgotten.
Tender chicken thighs braised in a rustic tomato sauce with green bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms — this is Italian-American home cooking at its absolute finest. Whether you serve it over pasta, rice, or with a thick slice of crusty bread, this dish delivers pure soul-satisfying comfort in every single bite.
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, roughly chopped
- 2 green bell peppers, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley for garnish
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