Jamie Oliver Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker

This easy and delicious Jamie Oliver Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker recipe is a hearty, comforting meal. Packed with tender chicken, peppers, and olives, it’s perfect for busy days. Serve it with pasta, potatoes, or cheesy polenta for a versatile and satisfying dish that uses simple, everyday ingredients to create incredible flavor.

Ingredients Needed

• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 celery sticks, finely chopped
• 6 garlic cloves, sliced
• 6 large boneless chicken thighs, skin removed
• 2 red, orange, or yellow peppers, cut into big chunks
• 2 x 400g (14oz) tins chopped tomatoes
• 150ml (5fl oz) chicken stock, made with 1 stock cube
• 2 tsp dried basil
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp wine or balsamic vinegar
• 75g (2¾oz) olives, stones removed and drained
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

To Serve:

• Freshly cooked pasta, potatoes, or cheesy polenta
• Freshly cooked green vegetables or salad

How To Make Chicken Cacciatore Slow Cooker

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Turn the slow cooker to the High setting to heat up.
2. Add Ingredients: Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker with a good grinding of black pepper and salt.
3. Cooking Time: Cook on High for 3 hours or Low for 6 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
4. Break the Chicken: As it cooks, the chicken should break down into smaller chunks; if it doesn’t, use a spoon to break the thighs into pieces.
5. Serve: Serve with pasta, potatoes, or cheesy polenta, and pair with green vegetables or salad.

Recipe Tips

• Use skinless chicken thighs: Chicken thighs stay tender and juicy when cooked in the slow cooker, giving the dish more flavor than breast meat.
• Chop the vegetables evenly: Cutting the onions, celery, and peppers into similar-sized pieces ensures even cooking and consistent texture.
• Add seasoning at the start: Don’t wait until the end of the season. Adding salt, pepper, and herbs early helps the flavors develop.
• Stir the dish halfway through: If possible, stir the dish halfway through cooking to ensure the ingredients mix well.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Chicken Cacciatore cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, place the Chicken Cacciatore in a freezer-safe container or bag. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. To thaw, place it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Place the Chicken Cacciatore in a pan over medium heat. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes, adding a splash of chicken stock if needed to keep the sauce moist.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (out of 6 servings)

• Calories: 228
• Total Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 73mg
• Sodium: 522mg
• Potassium: 778mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 32g​

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• Jamie Oliver Chicken And Bacon Casserole
• Jamie Oliver Beer Butt Chicken
• Jamie Oliver BBQ Spatchcock Chicken
• Jamie Oliver Tuscan Chicken