Our Chicken Cacciatore delivers all the traditional flavors you'd expect from a chicken cacciatore. While you go about your day, shuffling kids to school and activities, caring for your home, and slay at your job, succulent chicken, tomato, bell pepper, seasonings are melding together in your slow cooker. The aroma is tantalizing!
Italian recipes are a labor of love, y’all, and the proof is in the pudding. It is no wonder the country is so well-known for its culinary masterpieces! I am all about culinary masterpieces, but for a while, I existed in a point of contention because my life didn’t afford me the opportunity to spend hours in the kitchen every day. If you’re in the same boat, you’ve come to the right place. Today’s gem is Chicken Cacciatore, one of the culinary masterpieces finding its ingredient roots in Italy but its convenient roots in My Family Dinner.
Our Chicken Cacciatore delivers all the traditional flavors you’d expect from a chicken cacciatore. While you go about your day, shuffling kids to school and activities, caring for your home, and slaying at your job, succulent chicken, tomato, bell pepper, Italian seasoning, and aromatics meld together in a slow cooker. The aroma is so tantalizing, it’ll leave you counting down the minutes until the dinner hour.
The difference that truly sets our Chicken Cacciatore recipe apart is the way it is prepared and cooked. On a day when spare time is available, just a few minutes of adding the ingredients to a freezer bag are required to be ready to enjoy this recipe. When pasta day arrives, just pull the meal from your freezer, add the contents of the freezer bag to your crockpot, and set it to low.
By the time dinner rolls around, everything will be done for you. It is the lowest maintenance way to serve up the most scrumptious meals, and it is exactly what we are doing together here today. If you’re like me, you were ready to go at the mention of “Italian recipes,” so, “Andiamo!”
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Cacciatore Freezer Meal Recipe!
Healthy: Loaded with vegetables and lean protein, Chicken Cacciatore offers everything you need to live a healthy lifestyle.
Flavorful: The slow-cooked sauce results in deep, rich flavors.
One-Pot Meal: Minimal clean-up necessary, which means this recipe is a great go-to for busy nights.
Chicken Cacciatore Freezer Meal Recipe
Our Chicken Cacciatore delivers all the traditional flavors you'd expect from a chicken cacciatore. While you go about your day, shuffling kids to school and activities, caring for your home, and slay at your job, succulent chicken, tomato, bell pepper, seasonings are melding together in your slow cooker. The aroma is tantalizing!
Red Wine: To deepen the flavor of your Chicken Cacciatore, substitute a portion of the chicken broth with red wine. This will yield a rich, robust flavor that is classic in many Italian dishes. Ensure the alcohol fully cooks off by simmering it well before freezing.
Mushrooms: If bell peppers aren’t your favorite or you desire an umami flavor, mushrooms are a fantastic substitute. They add a meaty texture and an earthy flavor, complementing the chicken perfectly.
Additions:
Artichoke Hearts: Stirring in some quartered artichoke hearts adds a Mediterranean flair to our recipe.
Carrots: If you’d like to be even more traditional with this recipe, add diced carrots to it. A number of traditional Chicken Cacciatore recipes call for it, and they’ll add a wonderful flavor to the overall dish.
How to Reheat and Store Chicken Cacciatore
Best way to store best Freezer Meal Chicken Cacciatore Leftovers?
Storing this meal is easy, if you have any left. Just keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and it will remain fresh. Also, make sure to allow the recipe to cool to room temperature before storing.
How long will Chicken Cacciatore last in the fridge?
When you have properly allowed your leftovers to cool to room temperature, and you have stored your dish in airtight containers, this recipe will stay fresh for three to five days.
Can I Freeze Healthy Chicken Cacciatore Freezer Recipe?
Our method of preparation is to freeze raw, then cook directly from the freezer. This method yields the best flavor and texture. You’re able to store leftovers, but just know that the second round will be less exciting and scrumptious as the first.
To freeze this recipe raw, add all the ingredients into a gallon freezer bag, shake the bag to coat. Remove excess air and seal for up to three months.
How to Reheat DIY Chicken Cacciatore Freezer Meal?
This meal is reheatable in the oven, on the stovetop, and in the microwave. To reheat in the oven, place desired amount of leftovers on an oven safe dish, preheat to 325, and reheat for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. When you are using the microwave, be sure to avoid overheating, by short bursts of 30-60 seconds. Stir between each interval to ensure even heating. When reheating on the stovetop, put a splash of broth on a skillet, over medium heat, and stir occasionally until heated evenly through your leftovers.
Healthy Chicken Cacciatore FAQs
What is Cacciatore sauce made of?
A full-flavored sauce made with simple ingredients, Cacciatore sauce is traditionally made by sauteing onion and garlic with bell peppers, carrots, mushrooms, and herbs.
What is Chicken Cacciatore typically served with?
Most often, Chicken Cacciatore is served with a rustic bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, or creamy polenta. It is a versatile chicken dish that truly goes with just about anything.
What cut of chicken is best for Chicken Cacciatore?
For the utmost flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for your Chicken Cacciatore. While this is the traditional cut of chicken for this recipe, you’re welcome to use chicken breasts or opt for boneless chicken thighs, which is what our recipe calls for.
What is the best way to thicken Cacciatore sauce?
If you find your Cacciatore sauce to be on the thin side, add a cornstarch slurry to it. Stir in the slurry and allow the sauce to simmer, which will help it to thicken.
Where did Chicken Cacciatore originate?
While many regions of Italy claim to be the place of origin for Chicken Cacciatore, it made its debut in Tuscany, Italy. Every family has their own variation of this dish, with even Americans putting their own twist on it. Regardless of where it started or where it’s going, Chicken Cacciatore is delicious.
What is the difference between Chicken Parmesan and Chicken Cacciatore?
Chicken Parmesan is made with chicken breasts that are pounded thin and then fried to a crisp before being smothered in tomato sauce and topped with cheese. Chicken Cacciatore is more like a hearty stew with succulent chicken.
As a full time working mom of four, I know how hard it is to find time (or energy) to cook. That’s why I’ve spent over a decade perfecting freezer meal recipes to make sure they’re not only quick to prepare but packed with flavors the whole family will love!
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