Chicken Cacciatore

prep time:: 10 minutes
total time:: 45 minutes

Serves 4

Cecilia

italian food at its simplest

ingredients

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
3 tbsp olive oil
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
6 chicken cutlets
2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
7 0z diced tomatoes can (1/2 can)
1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
2 tablespoons drained capers (optional)

directions

1
1. Saute peppers in oil for 3 minutes, season and set aside.
2
2. Brown chicken with garlic, season and add diced tomatoes, 1/4 of bell peppers, wine, and capers. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Add remaining bell peppers for simmer 10 more minutes.
3
3. Remove chicken and peppers. Reduce sauce to desired thickness and pour over chicken and peppers.

notes

Aunt Lucille gave Cecilia the recipe at her bridal shower. Chris made a few additions to it, i.e. garlic, wine, and capers. It's a lovely dish, ez to whip up and very healthy! Serve with baked potatoes or rice.

Source: Aunt Lucille