Heart-Healthy Chicken Cacciatore

Savor the rich, rustic flavors of this Heart-Healthy Chicken Cacciatore, a lighter twist on the classic Italian comfort dish. Made with tender, seared boneless chicken breasts simmered in a vibrant sauce of no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and a fragrant blend of oregano, basil, and garlic, this recipe is loaded with wholesome ingredients. Low-sodium chicken broth and black olives add bursts of flavor, while whole wheat pasta provides a nourishing, fiber-packed base. Perfectly balanced for a heart-conscious diet, this one-pan wonder is easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes to cook, making it a weeknight staple or a crowd-pleasing dinner for four. Garnished with fresh parsley, this healthy chicken cacciatore is as beautiful as it is delicious—a guilt-free way to enjoy a classic Italian favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 piece large onion (sliced)
• 1 piece red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 piece yellow bell pepper (sliced)
• 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 14 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned, no salt added)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup low-sodium black olives (sliced)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 8 ounces whole wheat pasta

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season chicken breasts with black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Sear the chicken in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and stir, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 7

Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 10

While the chicken is simmering, cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions.

Step 11

Add the sliced low-sodium black olives to the sauce and let them warm through for about 2 minutes.

Step 12

Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top of the chicken cacciatore.

Step 13

Serve the chicken cacciatore over the cooked whole wheat pasta. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2232.9 grams (2232.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2026

Total Fat 59.10g	76%
Saturated Fat 12.00g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 592mg	197%
Sodium 956mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 135.70g	49%
Dietary Fiber 33.00g	118%
Total Sugars 38.90g
Protein 243.80g	488%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 452mg	35%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 4803mg	102%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.9%

Protein: 47.6%

Carbs: 26.5%