Skillet Chicken Cacciatore

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Brown skin-side down in olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat 6 minutes, flip for 2 minutes, then move to a plate.

2. 2

   Pour off all but 1 tbsp fat. Add sliced mushrooms, pepper, and onion and cook 6 minutes until softened. Add garlic for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Stir in the crushed tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning and bring to a simmer.

4. 4

   Return the chicken skin-side up, cover partly, and simmer 20 minutes until it reaches 175°F.

5. 5

   Serve with crusty bread (or over rice or polenta) to soak up the sauce.