Keto Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
This Keto Chicken Cacciatore recipe is a flavorful, low-carb Italian-inspired dish featuring tender bone-in chicken thighs simmered in a rich tomato sauce with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a comforting and healthy keto dinner that comes together effortlessly in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato Sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the bone-in chicken thighs in the crockpot and season them evenly with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add vegetables and sauce: Layer the sliced bell pepper, sliced onion, minced garlic, and crushed tomatoes on top of the seasoned chicken thighs in the crockpot.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low temperature for 6-7 hours, or on high temperature for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked, tender, and the flavors have melded together.
- Garnish and serve: Once done, serve the chicken cacciatore hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves for a burst of fresh herb flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute bone-in chicken thighs with boneless thighs or chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Use no sugar added crushed tomatoes to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
- This dish pairs well with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a complete keto meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Find it online: https://sweetworldtastes.com/keto-chicken-cacciatore-recipe/
