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One-Pan Chicken Cacciatore

This Chicken Cacciatore is a hearty gluten-free, and diabetes-friendly twist on the classic Italian favourite, featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato and vegetable sauce. It’s a wholesome, one-pan meal that delivers bold flavour while supporting balanced blood sugar.
Servings: 4
Calories: 422.5kcal
Prep Time14 minutes
Cook Time28 minutes
Total Time42 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¾ cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 28 oz tomatoes crushed, canned
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 1 small zucchini chopped
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp green olives sliced

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    2 tbsp olive oil
  • Season chicken with salt & pepper and sear 3–4 min per side until browned. Set aside.
    2 lb chicken thighs, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining oil, onion, and pepper. Cook for 4–5 minute. Add garlic, and cook for an additional 1 minute.
    1 medium onion, 1 bell pepper, 3 cloves garlic
  • Pour in broth, scraping up browned bits. Add tomatoes, mushrooms, zucchini, Italian seasoning, and balsamic. Simmer 10–12 minutes uncovered.
    ¾ cup chicken broth, 28 oz tomatoes, 8 oz mushrooms, 1 small zucchini, 2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Nestle chicken back into sauce. Cover partially and simmer for 15–20 min until cooked through.
  • Stir in green olives during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
    2 tbsp green olives
  • Finish with fresh herbs, chili flakes or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Cooking Tips

  • Sear chicken properly to build a rich flavour base, but avoid fully cooking it during this step to keep it tender.
  • Use low-sodium ingredients like broth and olives to better control overall salt content.
  • Simmer uncovered first to allow the sauce to reduce and concentrate in flavour before returning the chicken.
  • Cut vegetables evenly to ensure consistent texture and even cooking throughout.
  • Layer seasoning gradually by adding herbs and optional chili flakes early for deeper flavour infusion.
  • Finish with fresh herbs and lemon juice to enhance brightness without adding extra sodium or calories.
  • Adjust sauce consistency by simmering longer uncovered if a thicker, richer texture is desired.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
One-Pan Chicken Cacciatore
Amount per Serving
Calories
422.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
17.8
g
27
%
Saturated Fat
 
3.5
g
22
%
Trans Fat
 
0.04
g
Cholesterol
 
215.5
mg
72
%
Sodium
 
574.1
mg
25
%
Potassium
 
1417.4
mg
40
%
Carbohydrates
 
17.8
g
6
%
Fiber
 
5.2
g
22
%
Sugar
 
10.4
g
12
%
Protein
 
48.6
g
97
%
Vitamin C
 
74.5
mg
90
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
79.6
mg
8
%
Iron
 
3.5
mg
19
%
Magnesium
 
95.3
mg
24
%
Zinc
 
4.4
mg
29
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.