Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.Add the olive oil to a 12-inch skillet and place it over medium heat.

step 2

• STEP 2.Add the carrot, onion and garlic and sauté for 4 or 5 minutes, until the carrot and onion have just softened.

step 3

• STEP 3.Add the tomato paste, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper, and stir the mixture. Allow it to cook for 1 to 2 minutes to toast the spices.

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• STEP 4.Add the wine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

step 5

• STEP 5.Add the chicken to the slow cooker. Spoon the mixture from the skillet over the chicken and add the crushed tomatoes.

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• STEP 6.Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, just until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

step 7

• STEP 7.Stir in the mushrooms and parsley, cover, and continue to cook for an additional 30 to 60 minutes on low.

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• STEP 8.Just until the mushrooms have softened.

step 9

• STEP 9.Garnish individual servings with plenty of shredded parmesan cheese, and serve over pasta or rice.