Chicken Cacciatore, also known as “hunter’s chicken,” is a classic Italian dish that can be easily prepared using an Instant Pot. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

  2. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.

  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and white wine (if using). Stir in the oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  4. Return the browned chicken thighs to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the sauce.

  5. Close and lock the lid of the Instant Pot. Set it to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.

  6. Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.

  7. Open the lid carefully, and give the dish a good stir. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

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Easy Chicken Cacciatore Instant Pot

Easy Chicken Cacciatore Instant Pot

Whip up a tasty Chicken Cacciatore in your Instant Pot with our simple recipe! Perfect for a quick dinner that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and white wine (if using). Stir in the oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  • Return the browned chicken thighs to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the sauce.
  • Close and lock the lid of the Instant Pot. Set it to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid carefully, and give the dish a good stir. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Keyword Easy Chicken Cacciatore Instant Pot