Weight Watchers Spiced Chicken Cacciatore
Add a burst of flavor to your dinner table with this Weight Watchers Spiced Chicken Cacciatore, a lighter take on the classic Italian dish. Featuring tender, seared chicken breasts nestled in a rich, aromatic sauce of tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic, this recipe is elevated with bold spices like paprika, Italian seasoning, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of heat. Black olives and fresh basil bring vibrant Mediterranean flavors, making every bite irresistibly satisfying. At just 15 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes to cook, this low-calorie, high-protein meal is an easy weeknight winner. Serve it over whole-grain pasta, brown rice, or steamed veggies for a wholesome, Weight Watchers-friendly feast that doesn’t skimp on taste or nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 4 oz each) boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips green bell pepper
- 8 ounces (sliced) mushrooms
- 14.5 ounces (with juices) canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth, low sodium
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup (sliced) black olives
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, and low-sodium chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Mix in the Italian seasoning, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes for added spice.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet and nestle them into the sauce, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Remove the lid and stir in the sliced black olives. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top just before serving.
Serve the Spiced Chicken Cacciatore hot, either on its own or over a side of steamed vegetables, brown rice, or whole-grain pasta for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 394 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 2786 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 157.0 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 3548 mg | 75% | |
*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.
