How to Make Chicken Cacciatore - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This How to Make Chicken Cacciatore is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Chef John See how to make Chef John’s no-fail "hunter's chicken" recipe.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 whole roasting chicken, cut in quarters
1 large onion, sliced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, quartered
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, sliced
3 sprigs rosemary
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 red bell peppers, sliced
2 green bell peppers, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until browned on the outside. Remove to a bowl to capture the juices.
Stir in onions and mushrooms; cook for 5-6 minutes until soft. Add a big pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in garlic, rosemary, red pepper flakes, oregano, tomato sauce, and water.
Place chicken pieces and any juices that have accumulated in the bowl on top of the cooked vegetables. Add more salt and pepper. Place pepper slices on top of the chicken.
Cover and cook in the preheated oven for 1 hour 15 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is How to Make Chicken Cacciatore good for PCOS?

Yes, this How to Make Chicken Cacciatore recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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