Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
This Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is a hearty, comforting dish loaded with tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Perfect for busy days when you want a delicious homemade meal!
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 bell peppers sliced (use red, yellow, or green)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes canned
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- optional chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken thighs on both sides until lightly browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. (Optional for extra flavor.)
- Place sliced onions, bell peppers, and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Lay the browned chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.
- In a bowl, mix crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve over pasta, rice, or polenta if desired.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking. You can also add mushrooms or olives for extra flavor!