Hearty ZENB Chicken Cacciatore

This low calorie version of Chicken Cacciatore combines a variety of flavors with our ZENB Roasted Tomato, Garlic, & Basil Pasta Sauce. Providing a good source of protein, this dish can be a new go to in your kitchen. While not part of the recipe, this dish would go great served alongside ZENB Pasta.

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1-1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (about 2 cups)
• 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 1 carton (15.5 ounces) ZENB Roasted Tomato, Garlic & Basil Pasta Sauce
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat until shimmering. Season both sides of chicken with salt & pepper. Cook 6-8 minutes turning once, until golden brown. Transfer chicken to clean plate.

2.

Add onions, mushrooms and peppers to same skillet. Cook 7-8 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Add wine; cook 3-4 minutes until reduced by half while scraping up brown bits from bottom of pan. Stir in ZENB Sauce, broth and oregano; bring mixture to a simmer.

3.

Reduce heat to low. Return chicken and any juices to skillet. Cover and cook 20-25 minutes until done. Sprinkle with basil before serving.