Savory Chicken Cacciatore

A hearty and flavorful chicken cacciatore cooked all in one pan for an easy and satisfying meal.

NewPublished Feb 18, 2026
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time40 min
Total1 hr
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Savory Chicken Cacciatore served in a skillet with peppers and parsley.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (4) chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • (1) large onion, chopped
  • (2 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (1) red bell pepper, sliced
  • (1) green bell pepper, sliced
  • (1 can) (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • (1/2 cups) chicken broth
  • (1 tbsp) olive oil
  • (1 tsp) dried oregano
  • (1 tsp) dried basil
  • (1/2 tsp) red pepper flakes
  • (1/4 tsp) black pepper
  • (1/4 tsp) salt
  • (1/4 cups) fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat (1 tbsp) olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the (4) chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until golden brown for about 5-7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same skillet, add (1) large onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in (2) cloves garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Add (1) red bell pepper and (1) green bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.

  6. 6

    Pour in (1 can) diced tomatoes and (1/2 cup) chicken broth, then stir in (1 tsp) dried oregano, (1 tsp) dried basil, (1/2 tsp) red pepper flakes, (1/4 tsp) black pepper, and (1/4 tsp) salt.

  7. 7

    Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  8. 8

    Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

  9. 9

    Once done, sprinkle (1/4 cup) fresh parsley on top before serving.

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