Chicken Pasta Cacciatore

Name: Chicken Pasta Cacciatore
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 180 g Brown onion (cut into quarters); 2 cloves Garlic; 1/2 cup Fresh Basil leaves (about 20g); 40 g Olive oil; 400 g Water; 500 g Chicken thigh fillets cut into bite-size pieces (cubes) (not too small their size will reduce when cooked); 400 g Annalisa Tomatoes Diced or whole; 1 Tbsp Cookidoo Chicken Stock paste. I'll put the link below in tips.; 1 tsp sugar any you wish but a dark brown works well; 1 tsp Pink Murray Valley Salt Flakes or 1/2 tsp fine salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 package Always fresh Pitted Kalamata olives 50 g; 1/2 jar Roasted Peppers; 150 g Pasta Penne; 200 g Fresh button mushrooms sliced

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Welcome to my kitchen, where today we’re diving into the rustic and comforting world of Chicken Pasta Cacciatore! This Italian-inspired dish combines tender chicken, a rich tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a meal that’s sure to become a family favourite. The Thermomix is made for easy one-pot meals, isn’t it?

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The story behind this Dish

Cacciatore, meaning “hunter-style” in Italian, traditionally refers to a meal prepared with whatever the hunter brought home from the woods. In our modern kitchens, we’re lucky enough to have all the ingredients at our fingertips, allowing us to create this delicious Thermomix chicken dish any night of the week.

Why you’ll love this Dish

This Chicken Pasta Cacciatore is comfort food at its finest. The tender chicken, robust sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta create a harmony of flavours and textures that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. Plus, it’s a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends alike.

Thermomix and one-pot meals

I’m often asked, “Is a Thermomix really worth the money?” I use mine all the time. We had 4 in the cooking school, so clearly, it was a no-brainer for us. I know there are many people who think the cost of this benchtop kitchen unit is too high. But is it really? How much was your oven, dishwasher, kitchen aid, or even your mobile phone? The Thermomix is a high-quality, technically precise piece of kitchen equipment, and I use it for a wide range of easy dinner recipes, cakes, snacks, and desserts. You can learn more about it here.

You can make this Chicken Pasta Cacciatore either thick and creamy or more like a thick soup. I have a whole lot of different stock options in my pantry or fridge. I’ve recently started making the Cookidoo Chicken Stock Paste. Why didn’t I find this sooner? It’s terrific. Of course, my pantry staple is my Umami seasoning, or you could call it Bec’s powdered stock if I have it on hand. I also love these little continental stock pots, which you find in our local supermarkets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Absolutely! While chicken thighs are more flavourful and tender when cooked in sauce, chicken breasts can also work well. Just be careful: Don’t overcook them, or they’ll be dry and rubbery. Nobody likes rubber chickens.😊

What type of pasta is best for this dish?

Penn is ideal because it holds the sauce well. However, you can use any pasta you have on hand—fettuccine or Pappardelle would also be great choices! But make sure it’s a good brand, something that doesn’t release too much starch as it cooks.

Why is my Cacciatore watery?

You should have left it to sit longer. If you’ve weighed all the ingredients into your Thermomix bowl as I’ve listed them, leave it to sit for 5-10 minutes for the pasta to soak up all the lovely juices. Either leave it in the bowl with the lid on or pop it in a Thermomix Server so it stays warm. I prefer the Thermoserver as it’s easy to remove the pasta from there when it’s cooked without damaging it.