Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

The convenience of the slow cooker makes this Italian chicken and vegetable recipe the perfect weeknight meal.

from Family Circle

Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Servings: 6 Prep 15 mins Slow Cook 3-1/2 hours on HIGH or 5 hours on LOW

Ingredients

  • 1 package chicken pieces (about 4-1/2 pounds), skin removed, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms
  • 1 large green pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups canned diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Make It

1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Place flour on a plate. Coat chicken in flour, shaking off excess. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 12 minutes or until browned, turning halfway.

2. Remove chicken from skillet and place in slow cooker bowl. Place mushrooms in skillet; cook over medium-high heat for 6 minutes.

3. Place mushrooms in slow cooker, and add green pepper, onion, carrot, tomatoes, wine and Italian seasoning. Cook on HIGH for 3-1/2 hours or LOW for 5 hours. Stir in basil, pepper and salt and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe: 6; Amount Per Serving: cal. (kcal): 392, Fat, total (g): 10, chol. (mg): 172, sat. fat (g): 2, carb. (g): 13, fiber (g): 2, pro. (g): 55, sodium (mg): 493, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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