Low-Calorie Recipes Low-Calorie Seasonal Recipes Low-Calorie Spring Recipes Low-Calorie Spring Slow-Cooker Recipes Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore with Polenta 4.3 (12) 11 Reviews This rustic stew cooks all day in the slow cooker so you can come home to a comforting, hot dinner. Not a fan of polenta? Try this healthy chicken dinner over pasta instead. By Meredith Butcher Updated on April 18, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. 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EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 8 hrs 25 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low Added Sugar Soy-Free Egg-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups chopped red bell peppers 2 cups chopped yellow onion 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, halved ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon tomato paste 3 tablespoons minced garlic ¼ cup chopped fresh oregano ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper ½ cup red wine 4 pounds bone-in, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed 1 (28 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1 cup unsalted chicken broth ¼ cup drained capers ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives 3 cups water 1 ⅓ cups uncooked instant polenta ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup torn fresh basil Directions Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, onion, mushrooms and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring often, until beginning to brown, about 8 minutes. Add flour, tomato paste, garlic, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in wine; cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits, for 30 seconds. Transfer the mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in chicken, tomatoes, broth and capers. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board; let cool for 5 minutes. Remove bones and return the meat to the slow cooker. Stir in olives and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover to keep warm. Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in polenta; cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan. Serve the chicken and sauce over the polenta, topped with basil. Tips Equipment: 6-qt. slow cooker Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2019 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 448 Calories 14g Fat 39g Carbs 38g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Serving Size 1 1/2 cups chicken with sauce and 1/2 cup polenta Calories 448 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 39g 14% Dietary Fiber 5g 19% Total Sugars 7g Protein 38g 77% Total Fat 14g 18% Saturated Fat 4g 18% Cholesterol 175mg 58% Vitamin A 1802IU 36% Vitamin C 70mg 78% Folate 50mcg 12% Sodium 666mg 29% Calcium 89mg 7% Iron 3mg 16% Magnesium 52mg 12% Potassium 708mg 15% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved