Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

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Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

This Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is a classic Italian dish that's packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy weeknight meal. This slow cooker version simplifies the traditional recipe, allowing you to enjoy the rich, savory sauce and tender chicken without all the fuss. With a combination of tomatoes, peppers, onions, and herbs, this dish is a hearty and satisfying option that's sure to become a family favorite.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine Italian

Keyword chicken cacciatore recipe slow cooker, chicken cacciatore slow cooker, crockpot chicken cacciatore, slow cooker chicken cacciatore

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 6

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 240kcal

Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

1 medium onion diced
1 red bell pepper diced
4 cloves garlic minced
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
½ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Garnish

fresh parsley chopped, optional

Instructions

Lightly spray the insert of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms. Stir to combine. (To add more flavor, saute these ingredients in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until the onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.)
1 medium onion, 1 red bell pepper, 4 cloves garlic, 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables.
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
In a separate bowl, whisk together the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
28 ounces crushed tomatoes, ½ cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Pour the tomato mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
fresh parsley

Notes

Storage Information

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freezer: Store leftovers in freezer-safe containers or bags and freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in the microwave for serving.

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