Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients

• 4 boneless chicken breasts, skinless
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 bell peppers, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
3. Add the garlic, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, parsley, oregano, basil, salt and pepper.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.
5. Serve over cooked pasta or mashed potatoes.

Interesting Facts

• The name Cacciatore translates to “hunter” in Italian, referring to the hunter-style of cooking.
• Cacciatore is traditionally made with rabbit, but chicken is also popular.
• The dish has been adapted to American tastes, with the addition of bell peppers, olives, and tomato sauce.