Creamy Chicken or Pork Cacciatore in Crock Pot
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Creamy Chicken or Pork Cacciatore made effortlessly in a Crock Pot. Perfect for busy weekdays or a cozy weekend dinner, this slow-cooked Italian-inspired dish features tender chicken thighs or pork chops simmered with a medley of bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions in a rich tomato-based sauce enhanced with Italian herbs, optional white wine, and a luxurious splash of heavy cream. The simple one-pot cooking method ensures the flavors meld beautifully, creating a creamy, velvety sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Whether you're seeking a family favorite or an impressive dish for guests, this crock pot cacciatore will satisfy every craving.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or pork chops
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 8 ounces Button mushrooms, sliced
- 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Dry white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 servings Cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes (for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs or pork chops for about 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned. Transfer to the Crock Pot.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer to the Crock Pot.
Add the sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken or vegetable broth, and white wine (if using) to the Crock Pot.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if desired), salt, and black pepper.
Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours, or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the chicken or pork is tender and cooked through.
Thirty minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream to create the creamy sauce. Allow it to heat through.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve the creamy cacciatore over cooked pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.7 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.4 g | 207% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 4426 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.9 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 156.9 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 4240 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
