Rustic Chicken Cacciatore: Italian Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (approx. 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 8 oz (225g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 (28 oz) can (800g) crushed tomatoes
• ½ cup (120ml) dry red wine (like Chianti or Merlot)
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) dried basil
• ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ cup (120ml) chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Parmesan cheese, for grating (optional)