Capon alla Cacciatora
Capon alla Cacciatora is a classic Italian braised chicken dish, traditionally made with capon (a castrated rooster) slow-cooked in a savory sauce of tomatoes, onions, carrots, celery, white wine, and aromatic herbs like rosemary and sage. Originating from rural Italian regions, it's a hearty, rustic 'hunter's style' meal designed to be flavorful and satisfying.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the capon and provides a good balance of fats and carbohydrates from the cooking liquids and vegetables. A typical serving offers a substantial amount of iron, B vitamins, and lycopene from the tomatoes, with a rough calorie range of 400-600 per serving depending on the cut and preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
Per 1 serving (about 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it embodies the Italian 'cucina povera' (peasant cooking) tradition, transforming a tougher, economical bird into a tender, rich dish through slow braising. Nutritionally, cooking with tomatoes and herbs enhances the bioavailability of nutrients like lycopene and antioxidants.
