Chicken Cacciatore

This Italian-inspired dish features tender chicken thighs simmered with peppers, onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a rich, herbed tomato sauce. Served over egg noodles, it’s a hearty, comforting meal made easy with the Instant Pot.
Ingredients & Equipments
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
½ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
2 tbsp olive oil
â…“ cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
½ tsp red pepper flakes
½ tsp ground thyme
¼ tsp ground turmeric
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
12 oz wide egg noodles
Green salad, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Season and Dredge the Chicken
Sprinkle both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
Dredge each thigh in flour, shaking off any excess.
2. Brown the Chicken
Set a 6-quart Instant Pot to Sauté and heat the olive oil.
In two batches, sear the chicken skin-side down until browned—about 6–8 minutes per side.
Transfer to a plate and set aside.
3. Build the Sauce
Add white wine (or broth), tomato paste, red pepper flakes, thyme, and turmeric to the pot.
Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring to deglaze and reduce the wine (the alcohol smell should cook off).
Add garlic, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
Place the seared chicken thighs back on top of the vegetables.
4. Pressure Cook
Lock the lid in place and set the steam valve to Sealing.
Select High Pressure and cook for 20 minutes.
Once done, carefully perform a quick release. Remove the lid and transfer the chicken to a plate.
5. Thicken the Sauce
Turn the Instant Pot back to Sauté (High) and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, or until thickened to your liking.
6. Cook the Noodles
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain well.
7. Serve
Toss the noodles with the thickened sauce and vegetables.
Serve with the chicken on top or alongside, and pair with a fresh green salad if desired.
- Pro Tip
For extra flavor, finish with a sprinkle of fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
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