Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a hearty, Italian-inspired dish bursting with juicy chicken and rich tomato sauce. This Easy Italian Dinner is quick, wholesome, and perfect for any night.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb 680g bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp 30ml olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 8 oz 225g cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup 120ml dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 28-oz/800g can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp 5g chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Sauté Aromatics
- I set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat 2 tbsp olive oil. I add 1 diced onion, cooking for 3–4 minutes until golden, then stir in 2 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant, building the base for this savory tomato chicken dish.
Add Vegetables
- I stir in 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced green bell pepper, and 8 oz sliced mushrooms, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened, enhancing this Italian chicken stew’s vibrant flavors.
Season and Deglaze
- I sprinkle in 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp basil, ½ tsp thyme, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, and ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (if using). I pour in ½ cup white wine, simmering for 2 minutes, and scrape the pot’s bottom with a wooden spoon for a rich Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore sauce.
Add Chicken and Tomatoes
- I press Cancel, then nestle 1 ½ lb chicken thighs atop the vegetables, pouring a 28-oz can of crushed tomatoes over everything without stirring, ensuring perfect cooking for this Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore.
Pressure Cook
- I seal the Instant Pot lid and set it to Pressure Cook on High for 12 minutes. After cooking, I allow a 10-minute natural release, then quick-release the remaining pressure for tender, flavorful Italian chicken stew.
Serve
- I check that the chicken is fork-tender, then transfer it to a serving dish, spooning the sauce and vegetables over top. I sprinkle 2 tbsp fresh parsley for a vibrant finish on this savory tomato chicken dish.