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Heart Healthy Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

                   
Chicken Cacciatore
Classic Italian flavors take center stage in this healthy chicken cacciatore recipe. Mushrooms, white wine, and a host of fresh herbs add an ultra savory layer to each bite.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 8 servings
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
3 tsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes with juice or 4 large fresh tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chicken broth (gluten free if needed)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, plus additional for garnish
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp dried oregano
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Directions
Step 1

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper. In a heavy saucepan, heat 2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken, basil and parsley and sauté until chicken is golden brown. Transfer chicken to a platter and set aside.

Step 2

In the same saucepan, heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, mushrooms and wine. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the wine is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Return chicken to saucepan and stir to coat chicken with sauce. Add the tomatoes, broth and oregano. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Serve topped with the sauce and additional fresh basil, if desired.

Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 171
Make this for: Gluten Free
Dietary Review:
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Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian.
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 4 oz chicken
Per serving:
calories:171
total fat:3g
sat fat:0g
cholesterol:65mg
sodium:342mg
total carb:8g
fibers:2g
proteins:28g

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About This Healthy Recipe

Do you like Italian chicken recipes? Look no further, because this heart healthy chicken cacciatore recipe has the delicious flavor you love in this traditional Italian dish, without the high calorie count. White wine, garlic, basil and onion come together in this gluten free recipe to deliver a savory tomato sauce for this super moist chicken. Dig in and enjoy because this low calorie dish is less than 200 calories per serving. Pair this diabetic friendly meal with a fresh vegetable and baked potato for a hearty dinner. This high protein recipe serves 8 people, so make it for a dinner party, or just keep it for yourself and enjoy the leftovers. There is no saturated fat in this dish, so grab a fork and enjoy this heart healthy meal!

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Heart Healthy Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
Ingredients
Recipe yields 8 servings
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
3 tsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes with juice or 4 large fresh tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chicken broth (gluten free if needed)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, plus additional for garnish
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp dried oregano
Directions
Step 1

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper. In a heavy saucepan, heat 2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken, basil and parsley and sauté until chicken is golden brown. Transfer chicken to a platter and set aside.

Step 2

In the same saucepan, heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, mushrooms and wine. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the wine is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Return chicken to saucepan and stir to coat chicken with sauce. Add the tomatoes, broth and oregano. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Serve topped with the sauce and additional fresh basil, if desired.

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