Chicken Cacciatore

🍗 Hunt’n Buddy Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients:

• 8–10 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

• 3 Tbsp olive oil (or use rendered chicken fat from baking)

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 large onion, diced small

• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional but traditional)

• 1can of pitted black olives (strained)

• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes OR whole peeled tomatoes, crushed by hand

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1/2cup dry red wine or sherry

• 2 tsp Hunt’n Buddy All Purpose Seasoning

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season & Bake Chicken:

   • Preheat oven to 400°F.

   • Place chicken thighs on a foil-lined baking sheet.

   • Rub with olive oil and generously season with Hunt’n Buddy All Purpose Seasoning.

   • Bake for 25–30 minutes until skin is golden and crisp.

2. Make the Sauce:

   • In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2–3 Tbsp olive oil.

   • Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.

   • Add crushed tomatoes, chicken broth (or wine), oregano, red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp Hunt’n Buddy All Purpose Seasoning.

   • Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened.

3. Combine Chicken & Sauce:

   • Transfer baked chicken into the skillet with the sauce. **(pour in the rendered chicken juices for extra flavor.)

   • Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and flavors blend.

   • Add the can of black olives and mix, then remove from heat.

4. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

   • Serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.

🔥 Hunt’n Buddy Twist: The seasoning adds a smoky-savory punch, making this rustic Italian dish hearty and bold.