Cast-Iron Skillet Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
Yum. Yum. Yummy! This rustic chicken cacciatore is made in a cast-iron skillet. It is not only easy to cook but also delicious to eat. It provides a satisfying warmth that is perfect for sharing. This dish features classic Italian seasonings like basil, oregano, and onion. It has an immense burst of great flavor. It doesn’t require a lot of ingredients, making it easy peasy. The tender chicken simmers perfectly in the savory tomato sauce. It absorbs all the aromatic herbs. Meanwhile, the colorful bell peppers add a delightful crunch and sweetness. The family and I truly love this recipe on colder nights. It brings everyone together around the table. It fills the home with enticing aromas and creates a wonderful atmosphere filled with laughter and good memories.
This recipe uses macaroni noodles as a base for the chicken. You can easily make this gluten-free with Gluten free Macaroni Noodles.
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I adapted my rustic cast iron chicken cacciatore from the Cooking Light cookbook. All images and texts are original to Vintage Mountain Homestead.
Cast Iron Chicken Cacciatore
Ingredients
- 4 large boneless chicken breasts, pounded…[$5.00]
- 2 Tbsp. butter, …[$0.25]
- 2 cloves garlic, minced…[$0.20]
- 6 oz. mushrooms, …[$2.00]
- 1 Tbsp. dry basil, …[$0.54]
- 1 Tbsp. dry oregano, …[$0.54]
- 1 Tbsp. dry minced onion, …[$0.40]
- 2 medium tomatoes, cut into large chunks…[$1.34]
- ¾ cup chicken broth, …[$0.26]
- 1 lb. macaroni noodles, …[$1.00]
Instructions
- In a seasoned cast-iron skillet, sear all the chicken breast and set aside on a plate.
- Melt butter and add garlic, mushrooms, basil, oregano, and onion in a skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until veggies are soft and fragrant.
- Add tomatoes and chicken broth. Simmer for about 15 minutes to reduce the liquid. Add chicken back to the skillet and cover with lid or foil.
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Bake for one hour. Prepare and cook macaroni noodles according to package and serve hot together .
Cast Iron Chicken Cacciatore
Ingredients
- 4 large boneless chicken breasts, pounded…[$5.00]
- 2 Tbsp. butter, …[$0.25]
- 2 cloves garlic, minced…[$0.20]
- 6 oz. mushrooms, …[$2.00]
- 1 Tbsp. dry basil, …[$0.54]
- 1 Tbsp. dry oregano, …[$0.54]
- 1 Tbsp. dry minced onion, …[$0.40]
- 2 medium tomatoes, cut into large chunks…[$1.34]
- ¾ cup chicken broth, …[$0.26]
- 1 lb macaroni noodles, …[$1.00]
Instructions
- In a seasoned cast-iron skillet, sear 4 large boneless chicken breasts and set aside on a plate.
- Melt 2 Tbsp. butter and add 2 cloves garlic, 6 oz. mushrooms, 1 Tbsp. dry basil, 1 Tbsp. dry oregano, and 1 Tbsp. dry minced onion in skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until veggies are soft and fragrant.
- Add 2 medium tomatoes and ¾ cup chicken broth. Simmer for about 15 minutes to reduce the liquid. Add chicken back to the skillet and cover with lid or foil.
- Preheat an oven to 350 °F. Bake for one hour. Prepare and cook 1 lb macaroni noodles according to package and serve hot together.