Chicken Thigh Cacciatore (Italy)

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Chicken Thigh Cacciatore is a classic Italian 'hunter-style' stew, typically made with chicken thighs braised in a rich sauce of tomatoes, onions, herbs, and often bell peppers or mushrooms. Originating from rural Italy, it's a hearty, rustic dish that highlights simple, robust flavors.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and provides healthy fats, especially if using skin-on thighs. It's relatively low in carbs unless served with pasta or bread, and a typical serving offers a good source of iron, vitamin C from tomatoes, and B vitamins, with a calorie range of 300-450 per serving depending on preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin A	900 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Niacin (B3)	7 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Selenium	20 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Cacciatore reflects Italy's 'cucina povera' (peasant cooking) tradition, transforming affordable ingredients into a flavorful meal. Nutritionally, cooking with tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene, an antioxidant, making it both culturally rooted and health-conscious.