PREP TIME: 5min COOK TIME: 15min
Serves 4
Ingredients
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 large green bell pepper, sliced
1 medium onion sliced
1 (28 oz.) can diced tomatoes with garlic, basil and oregano
Step 1
Dredge
Into a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt and black pepper. Dredge the chicken lightly in flour and set aside.
Step 2
Brown
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chicken and sauté for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Chicken is done when a meat thermometer inserted in the center reaches 170°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
Step 3
Simmer
Add the peppers and onions to the skillet. Cook for about 3 to 5 minutes until lightly browned. Add the tomatoes with their juices and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Step 4
Serve
Nestle the chicken into the tomato sauce and reduce the heat to medium low. Simmer for about 2 to 3 minutes until chicken is heated through and sauce has thickened. Serve Skillet Chicken Cacciatore with pasta if desired.