Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

🔹️ Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore 🍗🍅

Servings: 4–6

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 6–7 hours

Total Time: About 7 hours

✅️ Ingredients:

◾️ 6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on

◾️ Salt and pepper, to taste

◾️ 1 tablespoon olive oil

◾️ 1 large onion, sliced

◾️ 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced

◾️ 2 cloves garlic, minced

◾️ 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

◾️ ½ cup chicken broth

◾️ 1 teaspoon dried oregano

◾️ 1 teaspoon dried basil

◾️ ½ teaspoon dried thyme

◾️ ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

◾️ 1 cup sliced mushrooms

◾️ ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

🔹️ Directions

1. 👉 Season & Brown: Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown both sides (about 4 minutes per side).

2. 👉 Layer: Place onion, bell pepper, and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the chicken on top.

3. 👉 Add Sauce: Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Add oregano, basil, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir gently.

4. 👉 Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours (or high for 3–4 hours), until chicken is tender.

5. 👉 Finish & Serve: Add mushrooms 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

💡 5 Helpful Tips:

1. ✅️ Brown first: Browning the chicken adds deeper flavor to the dish.

2. ✅️ Use fresh herbs: If you have fresh basil or oregano, use them for brighter flavor.

3. ✅️ Control the liquid: If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the chicken broth slightly.

4. ✅️ Add veggies: You can include zucchini, carrots, or olives for more variety.

5. ✅️ Serve smart: It pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or creamy polenta for a complete meal.

This Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is a cozy, Italian-inspired comfort meal — rich, flavorful, and effortless to make. 💖 Whether you’re serving family or guests, it’s guaranteed to impress with its tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and vibrant tomato sauce. 🍽️✨