Chicken Cacciatore with Roasted Tomatoes

This easy chicken cacciatore recipe is a great way to enjoy fall flavors. The dish is made with chicken, roasted tomatoes, herbs, spices, and vegetables, all simmered together, creating the most delicious sauce. 

What does cacciatore mean?

Cacciatore means “hunter” in Italian. It refers to a meal prepared with onions, garlic, mushrooms, herbs, tomatoes, bell peppers, and sometimes wine — the hunter-style.

Is chicken cacciatore gluten-free?

Chicken cacciatore is a classic Italian dish you can make with chicken or pork. Since this dish is made with chicken, vegetables, herbs and spices, it is considered gluten-free.

If you are using canned tomatoes and store-bought broth, be sure to check that they are gluten-free.

Why add roasted tomatoes?

Adding roasted tomatoes to your chicken cacciatore recipe gives it a depth of flavor that can’t be beat. The sweetness of the tomatoes counteracts the savory spices, which are a great way to jazz up a tomato-based sauce.

make ahead chicken dinner

The best part about chicken cacciatore is that you can make it in a short amount of time, which means you can enjoy a delicious dinner in no time without spending hours in the kitchen.

Or make it a day in advance. The chicken dinner tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop. 

If you love Italian food, check out my three favourites; 30 Minute Tuscan Pasta With Zucchini, Gluten-Free Skillet Cheese Lasagna Roll Ups, or this amazing Italian dessert, the Gluten-Free Amaretto Cannoli Cake.

freezing and storing chicken cacciatore

This dish will keep up to three days when refrigerated. And you can freeze it in a glass container for up to three months.

Can you use canned tomatoes?

Canned tomatoes are a great way to save time and make chicken cacciatore even easier. Simply replace the roasted tomatoes, and you’re good to go. 

sides to chicken cacciatore

There are several ways you can serve this hunter-style Italian chicken dish. The simplest way would be over a bed of rice, plain gluten-free pasta, or egg noodles.

The traditional way to serve this meal in Italy is with risotto. However, roasted or boiled potatoes with butter and fresh herbs are also a delicious way to serve chicken cacciatore.

This Chicken Cacciatore with Roasted Tomatoes recipe is a classic hearty Italian dish with tomato-based sauce and vegetables. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight chicken dinner or an impressive gluten-free dinner for your guests.

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