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Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore

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A comforting and flavorful chicken cacciatore that simmers to perfection in a crockpot, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup green olives, pitted
  • 3 tablespoons capers
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your vegetables by slicing the red and green bell peppers, mushrooms, dicing the onion, and mincing the garlic.
  2. Create a flavorful base by layering the bottom of your crockpot with the diced onions, sliced bell peppers, and mushrooms.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper and place them atop the vegetable layer.
  4. Combine the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried basil in a bowl.
  5. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the crockpot, then add the olives and capers.
  6. Slow cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Adjust seasoning and for a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Serve over pasta, rice, or polenta, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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