Pollo alla Cacciatore

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 2 lbs (900 g)
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
• Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
• Onion: 1 large, chopped
• Green bell pepper: 1, chopped
• Red bell pepper: 1, chopped
• Mushrooms: 8 oz (225 g), sliced
• Crushed tomatoes: 28 oz (800 g)
• Dry red wine: 1 cup (240 ml)
• Chicken broth: 1 cup (240 ml)
• Dried oregano: 1 tbsp (15 g)
• Dried basil: 1 tbsp (15 g)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
2. Season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
4. Brown the chicken cubes in the hot oil for about 5 minutes per side.
5. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
6. Add the garlic, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the pot.
7. Saute the vegetables for about 5 minutes, or until softened.
8. Add the mushrooms to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
9. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, red wine, and chicken broth.
10. Bring the mixture to a simmer and add the oregano and basil.
11. Return the chicken cubes to the pot and submerge them in the sauce.
12. Simmer the dish for about 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 10 g
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbohydrates: 25 g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and aromatic
• Rich and flavorful sauce
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Vibrant colors from the bell peppers and mushrooms

User Comments:

• "This dish is amazing! The sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is cooked to perfection."
• "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal."
• "The combination of the chicken, vegetables, and sauce is so satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have dry red wine on hand, you can use a splash of white wine or even water.
• To make the dish more spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
• Serve the Pollo alla Cacciatore over pasta, rice, or polenta.