Description
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a comforting, savory dish that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine to your dinner table. With tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce, paired with colorful bell peppers and earthy mushrooms, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and aromas that will impress your family and friends without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced (1 red, 1 yellow)
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup red wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Heat olive oil until shimmering, then add minced garlic and onions; sauté until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to the pot. Layer sliced bell peppers and mushrooms on top.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, red wine, and Italian seasoning. Stir gently.
- Secure the lid and set to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
- After cooking, allow a natural release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Serve over pasta or rice; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg