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Chicken Cacciatore
From Dorothy McNett's Recipe Book at www.dorothymcnett.com. Great served with some macaroni and fresh biscuits or flat bread.
2-3 pounds chicken pieces, your choice
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup very finely diced onion
2-3 cloves garlic, finely minced
3-4 cups fresh red ripe tomatoes, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon or more freshly ground peppercorns
1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
Wash chicken and pat dry. In saute pan with heavy bottom, heat butter and oil. Saute onion and garlic a few minutes. Brown chicken on both sides, about 10 minutes total. Add tomatoes and seasonings. Cover and cook over medium low heat for 30-45 minutes. Remove cover, and add wine. Cook 15 minutes more. Taste to make sure seasonings are just right, adjusting as necessary.
Recipe created 2003-08-11.
