Pollo Alla Cacciatora

ItalianChickenIntermediate60 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 2 lb chicken parts
  • 6 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small carrot
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 1 lb tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • 1 tsp salt and pepper
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 4 berries juniper berries
  • 1 glass dry white wine
  • 1 oz dried mushrooms
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash the chicken parts and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Sauté the carrot, celery, onion, and garlic in olive oil. When tender but not crisp, add the chicken parts.

  3. 3

    Season with salt, pepper, bay leaf, and juniper berries. Let brown over high flame.

  4. 4

    Add the wine and let it evaporate.

  5. 5

    Reconstitute dried mushrooms in warm water for 15 minutes, then add to pot.

  6. 6

    Add the tomatoes and chicken broth. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

  7. 7

    Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.