Easy and effortless Crockpot Chicken Cacciatore brings the flavor! We love it over a pile of egg noodles or white rice, and dinner is done! Loaded with tender chicken, bell peppers, onions, and zucchini in a delicious Italian sauce, it's easy recipe, perfect for a busy weeknight meal!
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What makes this recipe irresistible
The combination of slow-cooked chicken in a rich, tomatoey sauce feels like a warm hug on a plate. It's a satisfying dish that is both filling and nourishing, making it perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in, back-to-school or an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- bonless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- pasta sauce
- A red and green bell pepper - though you can use any color pepper you'd prefer, the rainbow of colors make it look so good!
- yellow onion
- zucchini
- fresh garlic
- canned mushrooms
- Italian seasoning mix (the dry packet used for salad dressing).
Step-by-step guide: instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Prep the crockpot. Spray the slow cooker with non-stick spray.
- Add the chicken to the slow cooker.
- Top with the vegetables. Add the sliced zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, and onion. Season with the minced garlic and Italian seasoning.
- Pour the pasta sauce over the vegetables and seal the crock pot. Cook for 6 hours on low, 4 hours on high.
Essential equipment for this recipe
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
It's delicious chunks of chicken, often browned then simmered in a rich Italian Italian sauce. It often includes vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
If you want a thicker sauce, use a cornstarch slurry. Whisk two tablespoons of cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water. Add the slurry to the crockpot and whisk in. Cook for 30 minutes and the sauce will thicken nicely.
If you have a little more time on your hands, brown the chicken before adding it to the crockpot.
Deb's tips for the perfect dish
If you have the time to sear the chicken, peppers, and onions it adds a ton of flavor. It will make your dinner that much better.
- A splash of chianti or good red wine (about a tablespoon or two) will add another layer of flavor. YUM!
How to store leftovers
Refrigerate - Allow the leftovers to cool completely. Store in the refrigerator up to three days.
Freezer - This dish freezes nicely. Store in an airtight container up to three months in the freezer.
Reheat - This reheats nicely in the microwave. Start with one minute increments and heat until hot and bubbly.
More recipes you'll love
Crockpot chicken recipes are definitely where it's at! So if you're looking for those recipes that are perfect for back-to-school, here are a few favorites.
The crockpot chicken and gravy - big family favorite here! Crockpot chicken and noodles - the epitome of comfort food! (An easy recipe too!) and Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Pasta. It couldn't be easier to make or more flavorful!
What goes with chicken cacciatore
Mmmm... there are so many choices! I enjoy this over buttered noodles. But white rice and brown rice are also delicious. Polenta or rissoto are traditionally served with it.
If you'd like some additional side dishes, either roasted broccoli or crack green beans are perfect and crusty bread is a must! Make the air fryer garlic bread, it's my favorite recipe!
What did you think my friend? Did you love it? I hope so! Please leave me a comment below!
Easy Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 3-4 bonless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thirds
- 28 ounce jar of pasta sauce
- 2 bell peppers I used a green and red bell pepper. Remove seeds, cut into 1-inch chunks.
- 1 yellow onion roughly chopped
- 2 small zucchini cut into 1 inch chunks
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 8 ounce can sliced mushrooms
- .8 ounce package Italian seasoning mix This is the dry salad dressing seasoning mix.
Instructions
- Spray the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thirds. Lay them in the slow cooker.
- Place the vegetables over the chicken. Add the sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and onion. Drain the canned mushrooms and add them to the crockpot. Sprinkle the minced garlic and Italian seasoning over the vegetables.
- Finish by adding the pasta sauce over the vegetables. Seal the crock pot. Place on low. Cook for 6 hours on low, 4 hours on high.
- Spoon the yummy sauce and plenty of vegetables over egg noodles. Easy to make and delicious!
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